Here’s a simple and delicious vegetable crudité recipe along with a classic yogurt-based dip
Vegetable Crudité:
Ingredients:
- 2-3 carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2-3 celery stalks, cut into sticks
- 1-2 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced into strips
- 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds or sticks
- Cherry tomatoes
- Broccoli florets
- Cauliflower florets
- Radishes, sliced thinly
- Any other favorite vegetables of your choice
Instructions:
- Wash and prepare the vegetables by cutting them into bite-sized pieces or sticks. Arrange them on a serving platter, keeping colors and shapes varied for an attractive presentation.
Yogurt-Based Dip:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or regular plain yogurt)
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or any preferred herb like chives, parsley, or mint)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
Assembling the Crudité Platter:
- Place the bowl of yogurt dip in the center of your vegetable arrangement on the serving platter.
- Garnish the dip with a sprinkle of chopped herbs or a drizzle of olive oil for an extra touch.
This colorful platter of fresh vegetables with a flavorful yogurt-based dip makes for a delightful and healthy appetizer or snack. Feel free to adjust the vegetables and dip according to your preferences or what’s in season!