Description
This Turkey Veggie Tray is a fresh and colorful appetizer featuring sliced turkey breast and a vibrant assortment of fresh vegetables, paired perfectly with ranch dressing or hummus for dipping. It’s a simple no-cook recipe ideal for parties, healthy snacking, or as a light meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound sliced turkey breast
Vegetables
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup bell pepper strips (various colors for a vibrant look)
- 1 cup celery sticks
Dip
- 1 cup ranch dressing or hummus for dipping
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients listed above on your kitchen counter for easy access.
- Prepare Vegetables: Wash and cut the baby carrots, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper strips, and celery sticks into bite-sized pieces as needed, arranging them separately to maintain freshness and color.
- Slice Turkey: If the turkey breast is not pre-sliced, cut it into strips or bite-sized pieces suitable for easy picking and dipping.
- Select Platter: Choose a large serving platter or tray that can comfortably hold all the turkey and vegetable components for a beautiful presentation.
- Arrange Vegetables: Place the baby carrots, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper strips, and celery sticks on the platter in grouped sections to showcase a colorful and inviting display.
- Add Turkey: Neatly arrange the turkey slices in a central or prominent area on the tray so they stand out among the vegetables.
- Prepare Dip: Pour the ranch dressing or hummus into a small bowl and position it in the center of the tray, making it accessible for dipping.
- Final Touches: Optionally, garnish the tray with fresh parsley or chives to enhance the visual appeal before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp vegetables for the best taste and texture.
- Substitute ranch dressing with other dips like guacamole or tzatziki according to preference.
- This tray is perfect for parties, picnics, or light lunches.
- Keep the platter chilled if not serving immediately to maintain freshness.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or swap turkey for other deli meats or plant-based proteins.
