Fan-Shaped Cucumber Carrot Dip (Printable)

Crisp cucumber and carrot slices artfully arranged with a creamy, herbed yogurt dip perfect for healthy snacking.

# What You 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 under running water.
02 - Cut cucumbers diagonally into 1/4-inch thick oval slices. Arrange the slices in overlapping rows to create a fan shape on a large serving platter.
03 - Peel carrots and slice diagonally into thin oval pieces matching cucumber slice size. Arrange adjacent to cucumber slices, continuing the fan-shaped pattern.
04 - Cut red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Arrange them in sections beside the cucumbers and carrots to add vibrant color contrast.
05 - Place clusters of cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas at the base or sides of the fan arrangement for visual interest.
06 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped chives, dill, parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
07 - Spoon the prepared dip into a small serving bowl and place it on or beside the vegetable platter.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant and refreshing appetizer
  • Perfect for parties or healthy snacking
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 thin diagonal slices for a visually appealing fan shape.
  • Chill the dip before serving for enhanced flavor.
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