Searching for a standout Christmas appetizer that's simple to prepare? This vibrant vegetable tree, crafted from fresh broccoli and cherry tomatoes, is sure to impress. The pretzel trunk and cauliflower 'snow' base add festive flair, served with a creamy herb dip. Budget-friendly and crowd-pleasing, it's perfect for holiday gatherings.
Contents
- Ingredients for 8 people
- How to
- Result
Ingredients for 8 people
For the creamy herb sauce:
- 65 g fresh cream
- 30 g cup of mayonnaise or vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 3 tablespoons chopped chives
- ½ teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
- 1 small clove of garlic, finely minced
For the vegetable platter:
- 400g raw broccoli heads
- 14 cherry tomatoes
- ½ yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
- 200 g of raw cauliflower florets
- Approximately 40 pretzel sticks
How to
Preparation time: 25 mins. Total preparation time: 1:25 a.m.
- In a small container, mix all the ingredients for the sauce.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour for the flavors to blend well.
- Wash and dry the vegetables thoroughly.
- Cut the stems off the cauliflower and broccoli florets.
- Arrange the broccoli on a tray in the shape of a fir tree.
- Arrange the tomatoes to make the garland.
- Arrange the pepper strips to make a star shape.
- Place the cauliflower at the bottom to make snow like in the picture.
- Just before serving, add the pretzel sticks to make the trunk.
Result
Your stunning vegetable Christmas tree is ready to enjoy! Serve alongside the chilled herb sauce for dipping.
Simple yet impressive, this appetizer delights families and kids alike. Cover and chill the full platter for up to 4 hours before serving for best results.
Out of season for cherry tomatoes? Swap them for carrot slices as shown here:
