Colorful veggie board paired with creamy cheeses, dips, and crunchy extras for a quick, nutritious lunch or snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Vegetables
01 - 1 cup baby carrots
02 - 1 cup cucumber slices
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
04 - 1 cup bell pepper strips (mixed colors)
05 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
→ Dips
06 - 1/2 cup hummus
07 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing or Greek yogurt dip
→ Cheeses
08 - 3.5 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
09 - 3.5 ounces mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
10 - 3.5 ounces gouda or Swiss cheese, sliced
→ Crunchy Additions
11 - 1 cup whole grain crackers (gluten-free if preferred)
12 - 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds, cashews, or walnuts)
→ Extras
13 - 1/2 cup olives (green or black)
14 - 1/2 cup dried fruit (apricots, cranberries, or figs)
# Directions:
01 - Wash and dry all fresh vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers and bell peppers as needed.
02 - Arrange the vegetables in sections on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Spoon dips into small bowls and position them evenly across the board.
04 - Cluster cubed cheddar, mozzarella balls, and sliced gouda or Swiss cheese in groups on the board.
05 - Fill remaining spaces with whole grain crackers, roasted nuts, olives, and dried fruits.
06 - Serve the board immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.