Festive board with savory dips, fresh veggies, fruit, and hearty sides for easy, elegant holiday sharing.
# Components:
→ Dips
01 - 1 cup classic hummus
02 - 1 cup cranberry cream cheese dip
03 - 1 cup spinach-artichoke dip
04 - 1 cup roasted butternut squash dip
05 - 1 cup caramelized onion dip
→ Fresh Vegetables
06 - 1 cup baby carrots
07 - 1 cup celery sticks
08 - 1 cup cucumber slices
09 - 1 cup mini bell pepper strips
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
→ Crackers and Bread
11 - 2 cups assorted crackers (multigrain, wheat, seeded)
12 - 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
13 - 1 cup pita chips
→ Fruits and Nuts
14 - 1 cup red grapes
15 - 1 cup apple slices
16 - 0.5 cup dried cranberries
17 - 0.5 cup pecan halves, toasted
→ Optional Charcuterie
18 - 3.5 oz sliced turkey breast or ham (optional)
→ Garnishes
19 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
20 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Make all dips ahead or use premium ready-made options. Warm spinach-artichoke and butternut squash dips if preferred.
02 - Transfer each dip to a small bowl and distribute them evenly across a large serving board or platter.
03 - Cluster the carrots, celery, cucumber slices, mini bell pepper strips, and cherry tomatoes around the dips in an attractive manner.
04 - Disperse assorted crackers, toasted baguette slices, and pita chips throughout the platter for easy access.
05 - Fill any empty areas with grapes, apple slices, dried cranberries, and toasted pecan halves to complete the arrangement.
06 - If using, fold or roll turkey or ham slices and arrange them artistically on one side of the board.
07 - Sprinkle chopped chives and parsley over the dips and board before serving. Present immediately and encourage guests to sample various flavor combinations.
