Vegan Global Gardener Platter (Printable)

Colorful plant-based platter with fresh veggies, fruits, and dips, ideal for healthy snacking or sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Vegetables

01 - 1 cup rainbow carrots, sliced
02 - 1 cup baby cucumbers, sliced or quartered
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, assorted colors
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup baby bell peppers, sliced
06 - 1 cup snap peas

→ Fresh Fruits

07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, mixed colors
08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
10 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced

→ Plant-Based Dips

11 - 1 cup classic hummus
12 - 1 cup beetroot hummus
13 - 1 cup guacamole
14 - 1 cup cashew tzatziki

→ Garnishes & Extras

15 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
16 - 1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint, basil, parsley)
17 - Edible flowers, optional
18 - 1 cup gluten-free crackers or pita chips

# Directions:

01 - Wash and thoroughly dry all vegetables and fruits. Slice as indicated for easy dipping and consumption.
02 - Choose a large platter or serving board to arrange the components.
03 - Place each dip into small bowls and evenly distribute them across the platter.
04 - Group each type of vegetable and fruit in vibrant, color-blocked sections around the dips to create visual contrast.
05 - Fill any gaps with crackers, pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, and optional edible flowers for added color and freshness.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required means more time to spend with your guests instead of being trapped in the kitchen
  • The colors are so stunning that the platter becomes the star of any table, no fancy presentation skills needed
  • Everyone finds something they love—whether they're vegan or not—because there's such genuine variety in flavors and textures
  • You can prep everything ahead and just arrange it an hour before serving, which is honestly the dream for entertaining
02 -
  • Prep your vegetables ahead of time and store them separately in airtight containers. I learned this the hard way when a platter I made the night before turned into a sad, wilted situation. Everything stays vibrant if you only arrange it an hour or two before serving.
  • Keep the dips in separate bowls and add them to the platter last, or keep them aside until the last minute if it's a longer event. Dips have a way of spreading and making everything look muddy if left to their own devices.
  • The secret to the platter looking abundant without being overwhelming is to use odd numbers of items and to repeat colors in different sections. This creates visual rhythm that somehow feels more intentional than random abundance.
03 -
  • Keep everything as cold as possible before arranging. Chill your platter for 15 minutes and even chill the vegetables if you have the space in your refrigerator. Cold vegetables taste crisper and last longer on the board without wilting.
  • If you make your own dips, do it the morning of serving. Hummus and guacamole are best when they haven't had time to oxidize, and the flavors are brightest on the day you make them.
Return