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Ghost Veggie Platter

This colorful veggie platter features crisp, fresh vegetables arranged into playful ghost shapes using slices of cucumber and cheese or hummus for details. The final appearance is whimsical and spooky, with ghostly figures standing upright and accented with edible decorations, offering a crunchy, refreshing texture that adds a festive touch to any Halloween table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cucumber slices preferably English cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 cup bell pepper strips for arms or background decoration
  • 1 cup baby carrots for added color and fun details
  • 1/2 cup cheese slices or hummus for ghost bodies and faces
  • small black olives or edible markers for eyes and mouths
  • optional food coloring if making decorations or coloring cheese

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Arrange the cucumber slices upright on a serving platter to form the ghost shapes, keeping the edges aligned and standing tall.
  2. Cut cheese slices or spread hummus onto small portions and cut into rounded ghost bodies to place on top of the cucumber slices.
  3. Use small black olives or edible markers to add eyes and mouths to each ghost, creating playful faces.
  4. Decorate around the ghosts with colorful bell pepper strips and baby carrots for arms, accessories, or background elements to add vibrancy.
  5. Pat dry the veggies if they appear wilted or damp to ensure they stay crisp and hold their shape.
  6. Finish arranging any additional veggies or decorations to fill the platter with a whimsical, spooky scene.

Notes

For extra fun, color some cheese with food coloring before shaping, or add additional edible decorations like tiny edible eyes or sugar eyes. Keep the veggies dry and firm for the best presentation.