Star of David Salad Platter (Printable Version)

Colorful greens, vegetables, and feta arranged in a striking Star of David platter for festive occasions.

# What You Need:

→ Greens

01 - 6 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
02 - 3 cups arugula, washed and dried

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Cheese & Garnish

09 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese or vegan feta alternative
10 - 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
12 - 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

→ Dressing

13 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
19 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Arrange a large, flat serving platter or tray as the base for the salad composition.
02 - Evenly spread the baby spinach and arugula across the platter forming a thin, uniform layer.
03 - Place cucumber slices to define two overlapping equilateral triangles, forming a distinct six-pointed Star of David.
04 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and shredded purple cabbage within the triangular sections to create vibrant color contrasts.
05 - Accent the star’s edges and points with crumbled feta, Kalamata olives, capers, and toasted pine nuts for texture and visual interest.
06 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
07 - Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad just before serving or offer it on the side.
08 - Present immediately to enjoy the festive arrangement and fresh flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that requires no cooking skills, just thoughtful arrangement and a little patience
  • The combination of fresh, crisp vegetables and tangy lemon dressing feels light yet satisfying
  • It works for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to casual family dinners—and guests always remember it
  • Making it becomes a meditative, creative process that's genuinely fun
02 -
  • Arrange everything no more than 30 minutes before serving—the vegetables will start to release moisture and the presentation will soften. Prep your ingredients earlier, but do the final arrangement just before people sit down.
  • If you're nervous about the geometry, use a pencil and paper to sketch your star first, or download a template and place it under a clear platter to guide you.
  • The dressing makes all the difference between a beautiful platter and an unforgettable one. Don't skimp on quality olive oil or use bottled lemon juice.
03 -
  • If your knife is dull, your vegetables will suffer—invest in a good sharp knife and your slices will be cleaner and the whole process easier
  • Pat your greens completely dry before arranging them, or they'll wilt faster and make everything around them soggy
  • Make extra dressing and keep it in a mason jar in the refrigerator—it tastes just as good on tomorrow's simpler salad
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