Pin A whimsical, spring-inspired vegetable platter arranged to resemble a bunny in a lush meadow—perfect for parties, Easter gatherings, or healthy snacking.
This veggie board always brings smiles to my guests and is an easy conversation starter.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 cup cherry tomatoes (mixed colors), 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup cucumber slices, 1/2 cup radishes thinly sliced, 1 yellow bell pepper sliced, 1 red bell pepper sliced, 1/4 cup black olives (for eyes and nose), 1/4 cup green onions or chives (for grass accents)
- Dip: 1 cup hummus or ranch dip (store-bought or homemade)
- Garnishes: Fresh dill or parsley sprigs (for meadow effect), Edible flowers (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place a small bowl of hummus or ranch dip at the center of a large platter to form the bunny body.
- Step 2:
- Shape the bunny's head above the dip bowl using a mound of cauliflower florets.
- Step 3:
- Create bunny ears with rows of cucumber slices outlined with carrot sticks.
- Step 4:
- Use black olives to form the bunny's eyes and nose add a cherry tomato for a cute nose if desired.
- Step 5:
- Arrange radish slices for the bunny's cheeks and cut small strips of bell pepper for whiskers.
- Step 6:
- Surround the bunny with broccoli snap peas cherry tomatoes and bell pepper slices to resemble a colorful meadow.
- Step 7:
- Add green onions or chives to mimic grass and tuck in fresh dill or parsley for a meadow effect.
- Step 8:
- Scatter edible flowers for a festive touch if using.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately with extra dip on the side.
Pin This recipe has become a family favorite especially during spring celebrations.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board small bowl for dip paring knife cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains possible allergens in dip (e.g. dairy sesame in hummus). Check dip ingredients for gluten soy or nut content if allergies are a concern. Vegetables are naturally gluten- and nut-free.
Nutritional Information
Calories 85 Total Fat 2 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 3 g per serving
Pin This bunny veggie board is a fresh and fun way to enjoy healthy snacking anytime.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I make this board vegan-friendly?
Use a plant-based dip alternative like vegan hummus or guacamole to keep the board completely vegan.
- → Which vegetables work best for the bunny shape?
Cauliflower florets form the head, cucumber slices create the ears, and black olives detail the eyes and nose.
- → Can I substitute any vegetables based on season?
Yes, asparagus tips, celery sticks, or blanched green beans are great seasonal swaps to customize the platter.
- → What dips complement this veggie board?
Hummus, ranch, or any creamy herb-based dip enhance the fresh vegetable flavors beautifully.
- → How do I add the meadow effect?
Use green onions, chives, fresh dill, or parsley sprigs around the bunny shape to mimic grass and add color.
- → Are there allergen concerns to consider?
Check dip ingredients for dairy, sesame, soy, or nuts if allergies are a concern; vegetables are naturally allergen-free.