Description
This vibrant Cornucopia Veggie Board is a fresh and colorful appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Featuring an assortment of crisp vegetables arranged to spill out of a hollowed bread horn, it pairs wonderfully with creamy ranch dip and flavorful hummus. Easy to assemble and visually stunning, this veggie board offers a healthy and festive way to enjoy a variety of fresh produce.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup radishes, halved
- 1 cup baby corn, drained
- 1/2 cup purple cauliflower florets (optional)
Dips
- 3/4 cup ranch dip
- 3/4 cup hummus
Bread and Garnish
- 1 large crusty baguette or premade bread cone
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Wash, trim, and slice all vegetables as needed to ensure bite-sized pieces. Keep them chilled until assembly to maintain freshness and crispness.
- Form bread horn: Slice one end of the baguette at an angle, then carefully hollow it out to create a horn shape that will serve as the centerpiece of your veggie board. Alternatively, use a premade bread or waffle cone for convenience.
- Position bread horn: Place the bread horn at one corner of a large serving platter with the open end facing inward to create the effect of vegetables spilling out.
- Arrange vegetables: Artistically arrange the vegetables spilling out from the horn, mixing colors and shapes to enhance visual appeal and texture contrast.
- Add dips: Place ranch dip and hummus in small bowls and nestle them among the vegetables on the platter for easy access and added flavor options.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley and dill over the board for a festive and fresh touch that also adds aroma.
- Serve or store: Serve the veggie board immediately to enjoy maximum freshness or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Best consumed within 24 hours for optimal taste.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to hollow out the baguette carefully to avoid breaking the bread horn.
- Keep vegetables chilled before serving to maintain their crunchiness.
- Feel free to substitute or add other fresh vegetables based on seasonality or preference.
- For a vegan-friendly version, ensure ranch dip is replaced with a vegan option and use the hummus as is.
- This board is perfect for parties and can be scaled up or down easily.
