Fairy Garden Platter Edible Flowers (Printable Version)

A vibrant platter with mixed edible flowers, fresh veggies, creamy dips, and artisan crackers for easy entertaining.

# What You Need:

→ Edible Flowers

01 - 1 cup mixed edible flowers (pansies, nasturtiums, violets, borage, calendula petals)

→ Fresh Vegetables

02 - 1 cup baby carrots, trimmed
03 - 1 cup cucumber slices
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
06 - 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 0.5 cup baby bell peppers, sliced

→ Dips

08 - 0.5 cup herbed cream cheese
09 - 0.5 cup hummus
10 - 0.5 cup Greek yogurt dip (with lemon and chives)

→ Accompaniments

11 - 1 cup artisan crackers or baguette slices
12 - 0.25 cup toasted nuts (optional, walnuts or almonds)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Rinse edible flowers and fresh vegetables thoroughly under cold water, then gently pat dry with paper towels.
02 - Place edible flowers on a large serving platter, grouping them by color and type to enhance presentation.
03 - Arrange baby carrots, cucumber slices, radishes, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, and baby bell peppers around the flowers in sections or patterns.
04 - Spoon herbed cream cheese, hummus, and Greek yogurt dip into small bowls and position them on the platter.
05 - Add artisan crackers or baguette slices to the platter, then sprinkle toasted nuts over if desired.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to combine dips, edible flowers, and fresh vegetables as they wish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A stunning visual centerpiece that brightens any table with edible flowers.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, requiring no cooking time.
  • Offers a variety of flavors and textures, from creamy dips to crisp vegetables.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and adaptable for various dietary preferences.
02 -
  • Only use flowers labeled as edible and sourced from trusted suppliers to avoid pesticides and toxins.
  • Pat flowers dry carefully to maintain their softness and avoid sogginess on the platter.
  • Arrange the dips in small, separate bowls to keep the platter neat and encourage guests to mix flavors.
  • Include nuts as a crunchy optional element, but be mindful of any nut allergies among guests.
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