Fairy Garden Platter Flowers (Printable Version)

Colorful edible flowers, fresh vegetables, dips, and artisan crackers combined for a fresh garden-inspired spread.

# What You Need:

→ Edible Flowers

01 - 1 cup mixed edible flowers (pansies, nasturtiums, violets, borage, calendula petals)

→ Fresh Vegetables

02 - 1 cup baby carrots, trimmed
03 - 1 cup cucumber slices
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
06 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - ½ cup baby bell peppers, sliced

→ Dips

08 - ½ cup herbed cream cheese
09 - ½ cup hummus
10 - ½ cup Greek yogurt dip with lemon and chives

→ Accompaniments

11 - 1 cup artisan crackers or baguette slices
12 - ¼ cup toasted nuts (walnuts or almonds, optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Rinse all edible flowers and vegetables thoroughly under cold water, then pat dry gently with paper towels.
02 - Place edible flowers artistically on a large serving platter, grouping by color and variety for visual impact.
03 - Arrange baby carrots, cucumber slices, radishes, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, and baby peppers around the flowers in sections or patterns.
04 - Spoon herbed cream cheese, hummus, and Greek yogurt dip into small bowls respectively, then add them to the platter.
05 - Place artisan crackers or baguette slices alongside the dips and vegetables, sprinkling the toasted nuts over the platter if desired.
06 - Serve immediately, inviting guests to combine dips, vegetables, and flowers to their preference.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A visually stunning presentation with colorful edible flowers and fresh vegetables.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, with no cooking required.
  • Offers a variety of flavors and textures to please different palates.
  • Perfect for sharing and encouraging communal dining experiences.
  • Vegetarian and suitable for spring or garden-themed events.
02 -
  • Rinse edible flowers and vegetables gently to avoid bruising.
  • Group flowers by type and color for the most striking visual impact.
  • Place dips in small bowls to prevent mixing and keep flavors distinct.
  • Offer toasted nuts on the side as an optional garnish for guests with allergies.
  • Use a large platter to allow creative arrangement and easy access for guests.
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