VEGGIE TURKEY CENTERPIECE

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Planning a special Thanksgiving celebration? We can't think of a more novel way to start the table talk-or serve the veggies-than with this incredible edible Mr. Turkey centerpiece! Subscriber Anita Johnson of Morrison, Colorado says, "Half the fun is putting this gobbler together. He's a traditional tasty guest at our Thanksgiving table now, but the first time I made him, folks found him simply too cute to eat!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 1 centerpiece.

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 radishes
13 kale leaves, divided
1 medium head cabbage
1 medium carrot, peeled
Toothpicks
2 raisins
2 pimiento strips (1-1/4 inches long)
1 small head red cabbage
12 cherry tomatoes
18 pimiento-stuffed olives
2 cans (6 ounces each) pitted ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Trim both ends of each radish. With a sharp knife, cut the radishes to make roses. Place in a bowl of ice water; refrigerate until radishes open, about 30 minutes., Line a serving platter with six kale leaves. Cut the bottom off the medium cabbage so it sits flat; place on platter for turkey body., From the carrot, cut a 3-1/2-in. piece and a 1-1/2-in. piece. (Discard remaining carrot or save for another use.) Make a diagonal cut at one end of each carrot piece. , Make a V-shaped cut at the other end of the small piece to create a beak. Using toothpicks, attach the diagonal end of the larger carrot piece to turkey body for neck., For head, attach the diagonal end of the smaller carrot piece to neck. Using toothpicks, attach raisins for eyes and pimiento strips for the wattle., for tail, attach the remaining kale leaves on the back. remove eight leaves from the red cabbage and attach in front of the kale leaves. (Save the remaining cabbage for another use.) Attach the cherry tomatoes in front of the cabbage leaves., Attach stuffed olives for wings. Cover remaining body with ripe olives. Arrange radish roses on plate.

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Kavahn
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This is the best veggie turkey recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Harold Pierson
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to enjoy a festive Thanksgiving dinner without the hassle of cooking a traditional turkey.


Juice Baby
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll love the fun shape of the turkey and the delicious stuffing.


Mr cool Saram Ali Mr cool Saram Ali
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this veggie turkey. It was delicious and I would definitely make it again.


Fatima Jaafari
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This veggie turkey is a great alternative to traditional turkey. It's flavorful, moist, and easy to make.


Kim Sha
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Mahdi Mohamed
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This is a great recipe for a vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner. The turkey is flavorful and moist, and the stuffing is delicious.


Molly McCrory
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I was a bit skeptical about how a veggie turkey would taste, but I was pleasantly surprised! It was really delicious and everyone at the table loved it.


Rachiel Buchanan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The turkey was so moist and juicy, and the stuffing was flavorful and delicious.


Mehak Gill
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I made this for Christmas dinner and it turned out perfect. The stuffing was flavorful and the turkey was moist and tender. Will definitely be making this again!


Deda Jan
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This veggie turkey centerpiece was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was so delicious and festive, and it really impressed our guests. Highly recommend!