Frog Pond Snack Tray (Print)

Creative cucumber slices with cheese, veggies, and fruits arranged to mimic frogs in a pond.

# Components:

→ Fruits & Vegetables

01 - 1 large cucumber
02 - 8 sugar snap peas
03 - ½ cup blueberries
04 - ½ cup green grapes
05 - 8 baby carrots
06 - 8 cherry tomatoes

→ Dairy & Dips

07 - ½ cup cream cheese or hummus for dairy-free option
08 - 16 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini) or vegan cheese balls

→ Extras

09 - 16 large edible candy eyes or black olive slices
10 - ¼ cup pretzel sticks
11 - A handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Method:

01 - Slice the cucumber into 8 thick rounds and arrange them on a large serving platter.
02 - Place a mozzarella ball or vegan cheese ball on each cucumber round.
03 - Secure two candy eyes or olive slices onto each cheese ball using a small amount of cream cheese or hummus as adhesive.
04 - Halve the sugar snap peas lengthwise and position two halves behind each cheese ball to mimic frog legs.
05 - Arrange baby carrots and cherry tomatoes around the tray to resemble plants and flowers.
06 - Scatter blueberries and green grapes around the cucumber lily pads.
07 - Place pretzel sticks upright as reeds and scatter fresh mint leaves for a refreshing finish.
08 - Offer extra cream cheese or hummus on the side for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Kid-friendly and fun to make
  • Healthy mix of fruits and vegetables
02 -
  • For a nut-free tray, avoid nut-based cheese alternatives
  • Swap in other veggies like celery or bell pepper strips for variety
03 -
  • Use vegan cheese balls to make this recipe dairy-free
  • Chill the tray before serving for a refreshing snack
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