Dino-Mite Dinosaur Fossil Veggies (Print)

Creative vegetable arrangement resembling dinosaur fossils for fun, healthy party snacks.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber
02 - 2 large carrots
03 - 1 cup broccoli florets
04 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
05 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
06 - 1 red bell pepper
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes

→ Dip

09 - 1 cup hummus or ranch dressing

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
02 - Peel the carrots and cut into thin sticks.
03 - Slice the cucumber into rounds and halve some to mimic fossil bone shapes.
04 - Cut bell peppers into strips; optionally use a small knife to carve dinosaur bone or footprint shapes.
05 - Position cauliflower and broccoli florets on a large serving platter to resemble fossilized bones and vertebrae.
06 - Use snap peas and carrot sticks to form ribs and limbs on the platter.
07 - Arrange cherry tomatoes around the display to simulate dinosaur eggs.
08 - Serve the hummus or ranch dressing in a small bowl at the center or creatively spread in the shape of a dinosaur skull or footprint.
09 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Easy and no-cook preparation ideal for busy hosts.
  • Visually exciting and nutritious, encouraging kids to eat more vegetables.
  • Customizable with your favorite seasonal veggies and dips.
  • Perfect for themed parties, school events, or fun family snacks.
02 -
  • Use varied vegetable colors and shapes to maximize visual appeal.
  • Prepare veggies in advance and store them wrapped in paper towels to keep fresh and crisp.
  • Use small cookie cutters to create more intricate dinosaur bone or footprint shapes.
  • Set the dip bowl centrally to anchor the fossil design for a cohesive look.
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