Fan-Shaped Cucumber Carrot Dip (Printable)

A colorful platter of cucumber and carrot slices with creamy herbed yogurt dip for fresh snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large English cucumbers
02 - 4 large carrots
03 - 1 red bell pepper
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas

→ Dip

07 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly.
02 - Cut cucumbers diagonally into 1/4-inch thick oval slices and arrange them overlapping in a fan shape on a large serving platter.
03 - Peel carrots and slice diagonally into thin ovals, matching cucumber slice size, then arrange next to cucumbers continuing the fan pattern.
04 - Cut red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and arrange them in sections beside the cucumber and carrot slices for color contrast.
05 - Cluster cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas at the base or sides of the fan for visual interest.
06 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped chives, dill, parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper; stir until smooth.
07 - Spoon the dip into a small serving bowl and place on or beside the platter; serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Healthy and refreshing appetizer
  • Easy to prepare and visually appealing
02 -
  • Substitute Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt for a vegan dip
  • Add other colorful veggies like radishes or blanched asparagus for variety
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for best flavor and aroma
  • Arrange veggies the night before and cover to maintain freshness
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