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Veggie Platter with Ranch Dip: The MVP of Healthy Super Bowl Snacks! 

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Is your game-day spread looking a little…lackluster? Ditch the greasy chips and calorie-laden dips and upgrade your party with this showstopping veggie platter and homemade ranch dip that’s as delicious as it is healthy!

This vibrant platter is packed with fresh, crunchy vegetables and a creamy, flavorful dip that everyone will love. Plus, it’s super easy to assemble and can be customized to your liking. So ditch the stress and impress your guests with this winning appetizer!

Ingredients:

For the Veggie Platter:

  • 2 carrots, sliced into sticks
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced into sticks
  • 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • 1/2 head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1/2 cup sugar snap peas
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Optional: Radishes, sliced
  • Optional: Baby carrots, whole

For the Ranch Dip:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 tablespoon dried chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prep the Veggies:

  • Wash and dry all of the vegetables.
  • Slice the carrots, celery, cucumber, and bell pepper into sticks or rounds.
  • Cut the broccoli into florets.
  • Snap the sugar snap peas in half.
  • If using radishes, slice them thinly.

2. Make the Ranch Dip:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

3. Assemble the Platter:

  • Arrange the vegetables on a large platter in a visually appealing way.
  • You can create sections for different types of vegetables or go for a more mixed-up look.
  • Place the ranch dip in a small bowl in the center of the platter.

4. Serve and Enjoy!

  • Dig in and enjoy this healthy and delicious Super Bowl snack!

Tips:

  • For an extra crispy platter, chill the vegetables in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can use 1 teaspoon each of dried chives and dill.
  • Add a little bit of cayenne pepper to the dip for a spicy kick.
  • Serve the platter with other healthy dips, such as hummus or guacamole.
  • Get creative with your platter! You can use cookie cutters to cut the vegetables into fun shapes, or create a football-shaped design.

Additional Tips:

  • To make this recipe ahead of time, prepare the vegetables and dip up to 24 hours in advance. Store the vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator and the dip in a separate airtight container.
  • If you’re short on time, you can buy a pre-cut vegetable platter from the grocery store. Just be sure to wash the vegetables before serving.
  • This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.

With these tips and tricks, you’re sure to create a veggie platter that will be the star of the show at your Super Bowl party! So grab your ingredients, get creative, and enjoy the game!

I hope you enjoyed this recipe! If you did, please leave a comment below and let me know what you think. And don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family!

Ann Shrott

I am a freelance writer with a deep passion for the latest trendy titles to produce content. What I'm striving for is to write about something well researched and make blogs sparkle. Keep on reading!

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