Spooky Skeleton Veggie Platter Recipe for Perfect Halloween Party
A fun and festive centerpiece for your Halloween party, this Spooky Skeleton Veggie Platter is packed with fresh vegetables and is a healthier alternative to candy-filled treats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Red, yellow, and orange bell peppers (sliced into strips)
- Baby carrots
- Cucumber (sliced into rounds)
- Celery (cut into sticks)
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cauliflower florets
- Broccoli florets
- Black olives (sliced or whole)
- Ranch dressing or hummus
Instructions
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Slice bell peppers into thin strips, cut carrots and celery into sticks, and slice cucumbers into rounds. Separate cauliflower and broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- Place the cauliflower florets at the top of the platter to form the skull. Use black olive slices to create the eyes and nose.
- Arrange cucumber slices in a straight line below the skull to form the spine.
- Lay celery sticks on either side of the spine like ribs, alternating directions for a realistic touch.
- Use baby carrots for the limbs, and add cherry tomatoes as joints—knees, elbows, and shoulders.
- Use broccoli florets to fill in spaces around the skeleton, creating a “background” of greenery.
- Place a small bowl of ranch dressing or hummus near the skeleton’s head to mimic a spooky touch like “brain goo.”
- Adjust the placement of veggies to make the skeleton pop. Add extra olives or small veggie pieces for added flair.
- Cover the platter with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Use fresh, crisp veggies for the best taste and appearance. Dry vegetables thoroughly to avoid mess. Assemble the platter just before serving for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 platter per 6 people
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Halloween, Veggie Platter, Healthy Snack, Party Food, Kid-Friendly, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free