Gold Medal Olympic Rings

Festive, colorful bite-sized appetizers inspired by the Olympic rings—perfect for parties and celebrations.

This recipe always brings a festive touch to our gatherings and guests love the colorful variety of toppings.

Ingredients

• Base: 20 round water crackers or mini rice cakes
• Cream Cheese Spread: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp sour cream 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Toppings (to represent ring colors): 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (black ring) 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or red bell pepper, diced (red ring) 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced (yellow ring) 1/4 cup cucumber, diced or sliced (green ring) 1/4 cup blue corn tortilla chips, crushed or blue food coloring (blue ring)
• Garnish: Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

Step 1:

In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and spreadable.

Step 2:

Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cracker or rice cake.

Step 3:

Arrange crackers in five interlocking rings on a large platter to mimic the Olympic rings layout.

Step 4:

Top each group of 4 crackers with one of the colored toppings: black olives for black, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper for red, yellow bell pepper for yellow, cucumber for green, and blue corn chips (or a dot of blue-colored cream cheese) for blue.

Step 5:

Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired.

Step 6:

Serve immediately for best texture.

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This dish is a hit at family parties, where everyone loves picking their favorite ring color and topping.

Notes

Try smoked salmon for the red ring or roasted eggplant for the black ring for a more gourmet twist.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl Spatula or spoon Large serving platter Small knife for chopping

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream). Crackers may contain gluten. Check all product labels for allergens if substituting ingredients.

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These appetizers add a fun and colorful touch to any celebration and are quick to assemble.

Common Questions

→ What ingredients create the five colors on these appetizers?

Black olives, cherry tomatoes or red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and blue corn tortilla chips provide the vibrant colors representing the Olympic rings.

→ Can these appetizers be made vegan?

Yes, substituting plant-based cream cheese and sour cream allows for a vegan-friendly version without compromising flavor.

→ How should the appetizers be arranged to mimic the Olympic rings?

Arrange crackers in five interlocking circles on a platter, each topped with its designated color to recreate the iconic Olympic ring pattern.

→ Is any cooking required for preparation?

No cooking is necessary; simply assemble by spreading the cheese mixture and layering toppings on crackers or rice cakes.

→ What garnishes complement these appetizers?

Finely chopped fresh chives or parsley add a touch of color and freshness, enhancing both appearance and taste.