Elegant tray featuring fresh vegetables, cheeses, meats, dips, and crackers with nature-inspired presentation.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Vegetables
01 - 1 cup baby carrots
02 - 1 cup cucumber slices
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1/2 cup sugar snap peas
05 - 1/2 cup radish slices
→ Cheeses
06 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, sliced into rounds
07 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
08 - 3.5 oz brie, cut into wedges
→ Cured Meats
09 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
10 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
→ Dips & Spreads
11 - 1/2 cup hummus
12 - 1/2 cup tzatziki
13 - 1/4 cup fig jam
→ Crackers & Breads
14 - 1 cup assorted crackers
15 - 1 cup baguette slices
→ Garnishes & Decorative Elements
16 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
17 - 1/4 cup edible flowers (e.g., nasturtium, pansy)
18 - 2 tbsp roasted shelled pistachios
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
02 - Place the vegetables on the serving tray in sweeping lines that mimic dragonfly wings, using contrasting colors for visual interest.
03 - Group cheeses and cured meats in small clusters to represent the bodies of dragonflies.
04 - Spoon each dip into individual small bowls and arrange them decoratively around the platter.
05 - Fan out the assorted crackers and baguette slices along the edges of the tray for easy access.
06 - Sprinkle fresh basil leaves, edible flowers, and roasted pistachios over the arrangement to add natural texture and color.
07 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness or cover and refrigerate until ready to present.
