Save A vibrant, healthy appetizer featuring colorful carrot sticks served chilled in tall glasses—perfect for parties or snacking.
This simple and colorful crudités platter has always been a hit at family gatherings and casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 2 large orange carrots, 2 large yellow carrots, 2 large purple carrots, 2 large red carrots (or additional orange/yellow if unavailable)
- Garnish & Serving: 4 tall glasses, crushed ice (optional for chilling and presentation), fresh parsley or dill sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and peel all the carrots thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Cut the carrots into uniform sticks, approximately 10 cm (4 inches) long and 1 cm (½ inch) thick.
- Step 3:
- If desired, place a layer of crushed ice in the bottom of each tall glass to keep the carrots crisp.
- Step 4:
- Arrange an equal mix of the different colored carrot sticks upright in each glass.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with a sprig of parsley or dill for color and aroma.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This dish always brings smiles at our family parties and encourages everyone to snack healthily.
Required Tools
Vegetable peeler sharp knife cutting board tall glasses (4)
Allergen Information
This recipe is free from common allergens. If serving with dips check dip ingredients for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 38 Total Fat 0 g Carbohydrates 9 g Protein 1 g
Save Enjoy this simple fresh appetizer with family and friends anytime you want a colorful healthy snack.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I prepare the carrot sticks evenly?
Peel the carrots thoroughly and cut them into uniform sticks about 10 cm long and 1 cm thick to ensure consistent texture and appearance.
- → What if some carrot colors are unavailable?
Feel free to substitute missing colors with extra orange or yellow carrots or add other vegetable sticks like cucumber or bell pepper for variety.
- → How can I keep the sticks crisp when serving?
Placing crushed ice at the bottom of the tall glasses helps maintain freshness and adds a refreshing chill to the vegetable sticks.
- → Which herbs work best as garnish?
Fresh parsley or dill sprigs add both color and aromatic appeal, enhancing the visual and sensory experience.
- → Can this dish be paired with dips?
Yes, serving with hummus, tzatziki, or ranch dip provides extra flavor and complements the crisp vegetables nicely.