Fairy Garden Flower Platter (Printable Version)

Colorful assortment of fresh vegetables, edible flowers, dips, and crackers perfect for spring entertaining.

# What You'll 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 (optional; walnuts or almonds)

# Directions:

01 - Rinse all edible flowers and vegetables under cold water thoroughly; gently pat dry with paper towels.
02 - Place edible flowers artistically on a large serving platter, grouping by color and variety for visual appeal.
03 - Position fresh vegetables around the flowers, organizing in sections or patterns according to preference.
04 - Spoon herbed cream cheese, hummus, and Greek yogurt dip into small bowls and place them on the platter.
05 - Arrange artisan crackers or baguette slices on the platter and sprinkle with toasted nuts if desired.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to combine dips, flowers, and vegetables creatively.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • A visually stunning appetizer that brightens any party table.
  • Combines fresh, healthy vegetables with delicate edible flowers for unique flavor.
  • Easy to assemble with no cooking required, ready in just 20 minutes.
  • Offers a variety of dips and accompaniments for customizable bites.
02 -
  • Only use flowers that are labeled as edible and grown without pesticides to ensure safety and flavor.
  • Arrange flowers in small clusters by color to make the platter visually appealing.
  • Offering a variety of dips gives guests options to experiment with flavors.
  • Serve immediately after assembling to keep vegetables crisp and flowers fresh.
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