Green Snacks Board Cucumber (Printable)

A vibrant green snack board with crisp vegetables and creamy avocado ranch dip, ideal for gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber, sliced into rounds
02 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
03 - 1 cup broccoli florets
04 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 cup celery sticks
06 - 1 cup green grapes, optional

→ Avocado Ranch Dip

07 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
08 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 1 garlic clove, minced
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
15 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
18 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk or water for thinning

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Wash and dry all produce thoroughly. Slice the cucumber and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Cut celery into sticks. Trim snap peas and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Arrange all vegetables and grapes on a large platter or serving board.
02 - In a food processor or blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, chives, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
03 - Add milk or water one tablespoon at a time while blending until the dip reaches your desired creaminess. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
04 - Transfer the avocado ranch dip to a small serving bowl and place it in the center of the vegetable-laden board.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness, or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Fresh, crisp green vegetables combine with a creamy, flavorful avocado ranch dip.
  • Perfect for healthy snacking, entertaining guests, or as a colorful appetizer.
  • Diet-friendly options included: vegetarian and gluten-free with suggestions for vegan adaptations.
02 -
  • Use a food processor or blender to achieve an ultra-smooth dip texture.
  • Trim snap peas carefully and cut broccoli into small florets for easy dipping.
  • Adjust seasoning after blending to perfectly balance flavors.
  • Prepare vegetables ahead and keep refrigerated to maintain freshness before serving.
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