Save to Pinterest A playful and healthy vegetable platter arranged to resemble a T-Rex fossil, perfect for kids parties or themed gatherings. Served with a creamy ranch dip.
Get creative with vegetable placement to mimic a fossil structure and let kids help for a fun activity.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 2 large carrots, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper, 1 small broccoli crown, 1 small cauliflower crown, 10 snap peas, 6 cherry tomatoes, 6 black olives (pitted, for eyes/claws), 1 bunch baby spinach leaves (for background)
- Dip: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Slice the cucumber into thin rounds for the T-Rexs vertebrae and tail bones.
- Step 3:
- Peel and cut the carrots into thin sticks for ribs and limbs.
- Step 4:
- Slice the bell peppers into strips for the jaw, spine, and claws.
- Step 5:
- Break the broccoli and cauliflower into small florets for skull, pelvis, and joints.
- Step 6:
- Arrange baby spinach leaves as a base layer on a large platter.
- Step 7:
- Assemble the vegetables on top to form a T-Rex fossil shape, using olives for eyes and claws, tomatoes for accent bones or fossilized eggs.
- Step 8:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 9:
- Serve the dip alongside the platter.
Save to Pinterest Pair this dish with sparkling apple juice or lemonade for a fun family moment.
Required Tools
Large serving platter, sharp knife, vegetable peeler, small mixing bowl, whisk or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and possible egg allergens; always verify ingredients for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 75 calories, 3 g total fat, 9 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein
Save to Pinterest This colorful T-Rex fossil crudités platter is sure to delight kids and adults alike.
Recipe FAQs
- → What vegetables are best for the fossil effect?
Cucumber rounds, carrot sticks, bell pepper strips, broccoli, and cauliflower florets work well to mimic bones and joints.
- → How can I make the dip more flavorful?
Enhance the creamy dip by adding fresh dill, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- → Can I prepare this platter in advance?
Yes, wash and cut the vegetables ahead, but assemble just before serving to keep them crisp and fresh.
- → Are there alternative dips to serve with this platter?
Hummus or guacamole make great substitutes for the creamy yogurt dip, offering varied flavors.
- → What occasions suit this vegetable arrangement?
This fun and healthy platter is ideal for kids’ parties, themed gatherings, or casual appetizers.