Holiday-inspired vegetable arrangement with cucumbers, tomatoes, and vibrant garnishes for festive gatherings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large English cucumbers
02 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes (red and/or yellow)
03 - 1 small yellow bell pepper
04 - 1 small broccoli crown
05 - 1 small carrot
→ Garnish & Accents
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill sprigs
07 - 1/4 cup pitted black olives
08 - 1/4 cup hummus or ranch dip (optional, for serving)
# Directions:
01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly.
02 - Cut cucumbers into thin, even rounds.
03 - Cut cherry tomatoes in half for easier eating.
04 - Cut broccoli crown into small florets.
05 - Slice yellow bell pepper into thin strips and carve one large star from the center for the tree topper.
06 - Peel carrot and cut into sticks; reserve some to form the tree trunk.
07 - Arrange cucumber slices in overlapping rows on a large serving platter, forming a Christmas tree shape with a broad base tapering to the top.
08 - Distribute halved cherry tomatoes and broccoli florets evenly over the cucumber base as decorative ornaments.
09 - Use black olives and yellow bell pepper strips to enhance decoration across the tree.
10 - Position the bell pepper star at the tree's apex and arrange carrot sticks at the base to represent the trunk.
11 - Sprinkle fresh parsley or dill sprigs for a festive accent.
12 - Present immediately alongside hummus or ranch dip if desired.
