Save A whimsical, kid-friendly snack tray featuring creative ingredients arranged to resemble frogs in a pond, perfect for parties or playful gatherings.
This tray has become a hit at every gathering, sparking joy and curiosity among kids and adults alike.
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Ingredients
- Fruits & Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 8 sugar snap peas, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup green grapes, 8 baby carrots, 8 cherry tomatoes
- Dairy & Dips: 1/2 cup cream cheese (or hummus for dairy-free option), 16 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or vegan cheese balls
- Extras: 16 large edible candy eyes (or black olive slices for a savory option), 1/4 cup pretzel sticks, A handful of fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Slice the cucumber into 8 thick rounds to form the lily pads Arrange on a large platter
- Step 2:
- Place a mozzarella ball (or vegan cheese ball) on each cucumber slice to create the frogs body
- Step 3:
- Attach two candy eyes (or olive slices) to each cheese ball using a dab of cream cheese or hummus as glue
- Step 4:
- Split sugar snap peas in half lengthwise and place two halves behind each cheese ball for frog legs
- Step 5:
- Use baby carrots and cherry tomatoes to create pond plants and flowers around the tray
- Step 6:
- Add blueberries and green grapes around the cucumber lily pads to resemble pond stones and bubbles
- Step 7:
- Insert pretzel sticks as reeds and scatter mint leaves for a fresh look
- Step 8:
- Serve with extra cream cheese or hummus as a dip on the side
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Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Serving platter Small bowl (for dip)
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (mozzarella cream cheese) Contains gluten (pretzel sticks) For dairy-free or gluten-free use appropriate substitutes Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 150 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 18 g Protein 5 g per serving
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Enjoy this playful snack tray that delights guests and encourages healthy snacking
Recipe FAQ
- → What ingredients create the frog bodies?
Small mozzarella or vegan cheese balls are placed on cucumber rounds to form the frog bodies.
- → How are the frog legs made?
Sugar snap peas are split lengthwise and positioned behind the cheese balls to mimic frog legs.
- → Can I make this tray dairy-free?
Yes, replacing cream cheese and mozzarella with hummus and vegan cheese balls works well.
- → What do the pretzel sticks represent?
Pretzel sticks serve as reeds growing along the pond for added texture and visual interest.
- → Are there options for adding protein?
Hard-boiled quail eggs can substitute the cheese balls to increase protein content.
- → How can I garnish the tray for freshness?
Fresh mint leaves are scattered throughout the tray to add a bright, aromatic touch.
