Save A whimsical, vibrant platter featuring an array of colorful fruits, vegetables, dips, and treats arranged in a magical rainbow design—perfect for parties, kids gatherings, or a festive snack.
I love serving this magical unicorn rainbow snack board at family celebrations because it brings joy and excitement to the table.
Ingredients
- Fruits: 1 cup strawberries, sliced, 1 cup mandarin orange segments, 1 cup pineapple chunks, 1 cup green grapes, halved, 1 cup blueberries, 1 cup purple grapes or blackberries
- Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup yellow bell pepper strips, 1 cup cucumber slices, 1 cup purple cauliflower florets (or radishes)
- Dips: 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (for fruit), 1/2 cup hummus (for vegetables)
- Treats & Extras: 1/2 cup mini marshmallows, 1/4 cup pastel candy-coated chocolates (optional), edible glitter or gold sprinkles (optional), unicorn-shaped cookies or crackers (store-bought or homemade, optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all fruits and vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- On a large board or platter, arrange the fruits and vegetables in rainbow arcs, starting with red and moving through orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
- Step 3:
- Place the yogurt dip in a small bowl and set near the fruit side's space; place the hummus in another bowl near the vegetables.
- Step 4:
- Add mini marshmallows at one end of the rainbow to resemble clouds.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle with edible glitter or gold sprinkles for a magical touch, if using.
- Step 6:
- Fill in any gaps with pastel chocolates and unicorn-shaped cookies or crackers.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately and encourage guests to dip and enjoy!
Save This snack board always brings smiles when my family gathers around to enjoy the colorful presentation and tasty bites.
Notes
Try adding dragon fruit, kiwi, or mango for more color and pair with sparkling lemonade or a fruity punch for extra fun.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls for dips, paring knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (yogurt), gluten (if using standard cookies&cracker), and possible nuts or soy in candy or dips. Always verify ingredient labels for gluten, dairy, or nut contamination if serving to guests with allergies.
Save This magical unicorn rainbow snack board is a fun and healthy way to brighten any gathering with vibrant colors and delicious flavors.
Recipe FAQ
- → How to create the rainbow design?
Arrange fruits and vegetables in arcs following red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple colors to mimic a rainbow on the board.
- → What dips pair well with the snack items?
Vanilla Greek yogurt complements the fruits, while hummus pairs nicely with the vegetables for balanced flavors.
- → Can this board be made vegan?
Yes, substituting plant-based yogurt and hummus ensures a fully vegan-friendly snack board.
- → How long does preparation take?
Washing, slicing, and arranging all ingredients typically takes about 25 minutes with no cooking required.
- → Are there allergen considerations?
The board contains dairy from yogurt and possible gluten or nuts in cookies or candies; verify all labels for safety.
- → What treats add the magical touch?
Mini marshmallows resembling clouds, pastel candy-coated chocolates, edible glitter, and unicorn-shaped cookies add whimsy.