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Christmas Veggie Tray [Tree OR Wreath]

This Xmas veggie tray with dip/s can be shaped into a holiday wreath or Christmas tree for a quick, fun, festive appetizer, perfect for entertaining this holiday season!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 - 10 servings
Calories: 299 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of water
  • ¼ head of Cauliflower cut into 2” florets
  • 5 heads of broccoli cut into 2” florets
  • 2 bunches of broccolini ends trimmed 
  • 1 bunch of asparagus ends trimmed 
  • 1 pint of cherry tomatoes
  • Classic Hummus

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot with a lid, pour in the water and bring to a boil. (You can avoid the steaming process and jump to step 5 if you prefer your veggies to be raw.)
  2. Once your water is boiling, carefully add in layers of the cauliflower, broccoli, broccolini, and asparagus. Cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low heat. Do not lift the lid for 5 minutes.
  3. Lift the lid and carefully remove your veggies with tongs and place them in a colander. Make sure to keep your vegetables organized so it’s easier for you to put the wreath together. Rinse with cold water to cool the veggies and stop them from cooking further.
  4. Once your veggies are cool, start assembling the tray. First place the classic hummus in the middle of the tray. Then spread the broccoli evenly all around your hummus bowl. Make sure the broccoli florets are all facing up. After you have a solid base of broccoli, start adding the remaining veggies to make your own holiday wreath.

Notes

  • Use super fresh vegetables: For the best flavor and freshness.
  • Enjoy raw or cooked: Some vegetables work best raw (like cucumber and carrots), and some are better steamed/boiled or blanched to take off the ‘raw’ edge (like cauliflower and broccoli). However, it’s up to you what you’d prefer to do.
  • Don’t overcook the vegetables: Otherwise, they can become limp and/or mushy. It’s important to place the longest-cooking vegetables closest to the heat point, too.
  • Experiment with flavors and designs: Half the fun of assembling an Xmas veggie tray is experimenting with different ingredients/designs.

Nutrition Information

Calories 299kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 361mg (15%) Potassium 2090mg (60%) Fiber 19g (76%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 5121IU (102%) Vitamin C 538mg (598%) Calcium 328mg (33%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6- 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 299

% Daily Value*

Calories 299kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 361mg 15%
Potassium 2090mg 44%
Fiber 19g 76%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 5121IU 102%
Vitamin C 538mg 598%
Calcium 328mg 33%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.