Christmas is a time of celebration and joy. Families and friends gather together to share meals, gifts, and stories. One of the most popular Christmas traditions is the Christmas tree. Traditionally decorated with lights, ornaments, and a star, the Christmas tree is a symbol of the holiday season. However, in recent years, there has been a growing trend towards more creative and unique Christmas trees, including those made from vegetables. One of the most popular vegetable Christmas trees is the broccoli Christmas tree. Easy to make and visually stunning, the broccoli Christmas tree is a great way to add a festive touch to your holiday table.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CHRISTMAS TREE VEGETABLE PLATTER
A broccoli and tomato "tree" with pretzel "trunk" and cauliflower "snow" are delicious dippers for a cool and creamy dip.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In small bowl, stir together dip ingredients. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
- Rinse and thoroughly dry vegetables. Trim broccoli and cauliflower floret stems.
- Arrange broccoli on serving platter to form tree shape and tomatoes to form garland. Arrange bell pepper to form star and cauliflower to form snow (see photo). If desired, cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
- Just before serving, arrange pretzels at bottom of tree to form trunk. Serve with dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
VEGGIE CHRISTMAS TREE
I've been serving this festive appetizer for years. Everyone comments on how pretty it is. I especially like it because it's so easy to make.-Leola Seltmann, Witchita, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover the bottom of a 13-in. x 9-in. glass dish with dressing. Arrange broccoli in a tree shape, using the stem as the trunk. Place cauliflower around tree. Add tomatoes and carrot slices as ornaments.
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VEGETABLE CHRISTMAS TREE
This veggie-decked Christmas tree is a real conversation starter and looks beautiful on a buffet table.-Carolyn Black, Port Ludlow, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 3h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Stack cake dummies (found in cake decorating stores or at www.cookscakeandcandy.com-search "Styrofoam dummy rounds"). Cut Styrofoam cone to about 4 in. high; glue on top of small cake dummy. Glue remaining cake dummies together. Wrap the form in cheesecloth dyed with food coloring., Attach kale leaves with toothpicks. Add veggie trims., For daikon radish garland, use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin ribbons from radishes. Drape around the tree, going under some trims and over others, and tucking in the ends to hide., For ornaments, cut turnips into 1/4-in.-thick rounds. Use cookie cutters to make ornaments; attach with toothpicks., Make a tree topper of interlinked pepper rings.
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VEGETABLE CHRISTMAS TREE APPETIZER
This is a great recipe for a great presentation for the Christmas. It makes it easy to serve vegetables and dip in a festive way. I use pretzel sticks to make the tree trunk for its authentic bark-like color. Serve as stated or if you choose fill all around the tree with cauliflower and put the ranch dip in a separate dish if you need to refill or keep cold. Definitely a great addition to a Christmas buffet or dinner. Originally from Flo Burtnett in OK, the recipe has a big wow factor. (see my photo) Enjoy! ChefDLH
Provided by ChefDLH
Categories Cauliflower
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover the bottom of a 13X9X2-inch glass dish with dressing.
- Arrange broccoli in a tree shape,
- Make trunk from broccoli stem or (using 1 1/2 large pretzel sticks cut in half arranged next to one another)
- Place cauliflower around tree.
- Add tomatoes and carrot slices as ornaments.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.8, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 445.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 6.2
VEGETABLE CHRISTMAS TREE WITH BROCCOLI
A lovely raw appetizer during Christmas that can double as decorations on your Christmas table. Serve with dip of your choice.
Provided by barbara
Categories Kids' Cute and Fun Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange broccoli florets in the shape of a Christmas tree. Drape red pepper strips as garlands between the rows of broccoli florets and stick in the cherry tomatoes as ornaments.
- Cut yellow bell pepper into a star using a cookie cutter and place on top of the broccoli tree. Cut little thin strips out of the remaining yellow bell pepper to become candles and arrange on tree.
- Break pretzel sticks in half and lay as a trunk on the bottom of the broccoli tree. Arrange cauliflower as snow and clouds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.7 g, Sodium 598.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
CHRISTMAS TREE EDIBLE CENTERPIECE
I used a mix of cauliflower from the gardenia mix, broccoli and boccoflower for a contrast of color. I quickly blanched the broccoli and broccoflower heads very quickly (just seconds) in salted boiling water and the chilled to brighten the color!You'll need Styrofoam cone and toothpicks. I also used a platter that has a center with with a dip basin which is not really needed.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Cauliflower
Time 20m
Yield 20-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place foam on platter.
- Using toothpicks secure lettuce on foam just to cover.
- Starting with the largest broccoli and broccoflower heads place on foam starting at the base and work your way up securing with toothpicks.
- Push 1/2 the carrots randomly into the foam.
- Take the rest of the veggies cut into small pieces and fill in the empty spots and brighten up the tree. Using toothpicks only IF needed.
- Mix the remaining carrots with the juice from the carrots, remaining vegetables with the juice from the gardenia mix and place around the base of the tree.
- Top with the star.
- Serve with a dip of choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31, Fat 0.2, Sodium 65.1, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 1.9
VEGETABLE CHRISTMAS TREE WITH BROCCOLI
A lovely raw appetizer during Christmas that can double as decorations on your Christmas table. Serve with dip of your choice.
Provided by barbara
Categories Kids' Cute and Fun Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange broccoli florets in the shape of a Christmas tree. Drape red pepper strips as garlands between the rows of broccoli florets and stick in the cherry tomatoes as ornaments.
- Cut yellow bell pepper into a star using a cookie cutter and place on top of the broccoli tree. Cut little thin strips out of the remaining yellow bell pepper to become candles and arrange on tree.
- Break pretzel sticks in half and lay as a trunk on the bottom of the broccoli tree. Arrange cauliflower as snow and clouds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.7 g, Sodium 598.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, vibrant vegetables for the best flavor and appearance.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes and shapes so they cook evenly.
- Blanch the vegetables briefly in boiling water to help retain their color and crispness.
- Use a variety of vegetables to create a colorful and visually appealing tree.
- Experiment with different dipping sauces and dressings to complement the vegetables.
Conclusion:
A vegetable Christmas tree is a fun and festive way to enjoy your favorite vegetables. It's great as a family activity, and kids will enjoy making and eating it. The tree can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course. It's also a healthy and nutritious way to celebrate the holidays. So get creative and have fun making your own vegetable Christmas tree!
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