Little Sprout Veggie Platter (Printable Version)

A colorful assortment of fresh vegetables paired with a creamy herb dip, ideal for parties or snacks.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Fresh Vegetables

01 - 1 cup baby carrots
02 - 1 cup snap peas
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup cucumber slices
05 - 1 cup broccoli florets
06 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
08 - 1 cup radishes, sliced

→ Green Goddess Dip

09 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
10 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
15 - 1 garlic clove, minced
16 - 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (optional)
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
18 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Rinse all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water. Arrange baby carrots, snap peas, cherry tomato halves, cucumber slices, broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, bell pepper slices, and radish slices attractively on a large serving platter for visual appeal.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh parsley, fresh chives, fresh tarragon, fresh basil, minced garlic, anchovy fillets if desired, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until the mixture achieves a smooth and creamy consistency.
03 - Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste preference. Whisk until well combined.
04 - Transfer the Green Goddess dip into a small serving bowl and position it in the center of the vegetable platter. Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking required—just fresh, simple assembly in 20 minutes
  • Packed with colorful vegetables that appeal to kids and adults alike
  • The herb-packed Green Goddess dip adds sophisticated flavor without overwhelming young palates
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, with easy vegan adaptations
  • Perfect for parties, picnics, lunchboxes, or after-school snacking
  • A beautiful, Instagram-worthy presentation that encourages healthy eating
02 -
  • Make the dip a day ahead to allow flavors to meld and intensify—it only gets better with time
  • Blanch broccoli and cauliflower for 1-2 minutes in boiling water for easier digestion and brighter color
  • Keep a damp paper towel over prepared vegetables in the refrigerator to maintain crispness
  • Use a food processor to quickly chop all the fresh herbs together for perfectly uniform texture
  • Double the dip recipe—it disappears quickly and makes a great sandwich spread for the week
  • Arrange vegetables by color to create an eye-catching rainbow effect that encourages kids to try everything
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