Description
Delightful and vibrant cold appetizers, quick to prepare and perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- Fresh vegetables (cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers)
- Cream cheese or hummus
- Assorted cheeses (cheddar, goat cheese)
- Cured meats (salami, prosciutto)
- Crackers or breadsticks
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley for garnish)
- Olive oil and balsamic vinegar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and slice the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Cut the cheeses into cubes or slices.
- Begin assembling by arranging the vegetables and cheeses on platters, or make skewers using toothpicks.
- Spoon dollops of cream cheese or hummus onto the platter or serve in small bowls for dipping.
- Fold the cured meats into elegant shapes and add them to the platter.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the vegetables and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Store any uneaten items in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep spreads separate from cut vegetables to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cold appetizers, easy appetizers, party snacks, no-cook recipes, entertaining