Save 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.
This dish is a hit at kids parties and makes arranging veggies fun for the whole family.
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 We love how this recipe brings the kids together to create and enjoy a healthy snack while having fun.
Required Tools
Large serving platter, sharp knife, vegetable peeler, small mixing bowl, whisk or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt, mayonnaise). Mayonnaise may contain eggs check labels for egg-free options if needed. Always verify ingredients for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 75, Total Fat 3 g, Carbohydrates 9 g, Protein 3 g per serving.
Save This T-Rex fossil crudités platter is sure to be a standout at any party or family gathering.
Recipe Guide
- → What vegetables best mimic fossil shapes?
Cucumbers sliced into rounds imitate vertebrae, carrot sticks suggest ribs and limbs, while bell pepper strips form jaws and claws. Broccoli and cauliflower florets serve as skull and joints, creating a textured fossil appearance.
- → How can the dip be varied for different tastes?
Try substituting the creamy ranch dip with hummus, guacamole, or a herbed yogurt blend to suit dietary preferences and add flavor variety.
- → What is the best way to arrange the veggies on the platter?
Use baby spinach leaves as a base to represent background foliage, then carefully position sliced and broken vegetables to form the T-Rex fossil shape, using olives and tomatoes as eyes and accents.
- → Can this platter be prepared in advance?
Yes, vegetables can be prepped and sliced earlier; arrange just before serving to maintain freshness and crispness.
- → Is this suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets?
All ingredients are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making the platter suitable for these dietary needs.