Save A festive, creamy avocado dip artfully shaped into a Christmas tree, decorated with colorful vegetables and fresh herbs. Perfect as a holiday appetizer or centerpiece.
I first tried this avocado Christmas tree dip at a family holiday party and it was an instant hit everyone loved how fresh and festive it looked
Ingredients
- Avocado Base: 3 ripe avocados, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative), 1 clove garlic minced, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Christmas Tree Decorations: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes quartered, 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper finely diced, 1/4 cup red bell pepper finely diced, 2 tablespoons purple onion finely diced, 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional), fresh parsley or dill sprigs (for branches), 1 small carrot sliced into thin rounds or star shapes (for tree topper and ornaments)
- To Serve: Crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Cut the avocados in half remove the pits and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
- Step 2:
- Add lime juice Greek yogurt garlic salt pepper and cilantro to the bowl.
- Step 3:
- Using a hand mixer or food processor whip the mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the whipped avocado to a large serving platter Shape the dip into a Christmas tree form using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Step 5:
- Decorate the tree with cherry tomatoes bell peppers onion pomegranate seeds and feta cheese as ornaments Arrange parsley or dill sprigs to mimic pine branches Top the tree with a carrot star or round.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately with crackers chips or veggie sticks Refrigerate if not serving right away but consume within a few hours for best color and flavor.
Save Making this dip has become a fun holiday tradition my family loves gathering around to decorate the tree with me
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl hand mixer or food processor spatula serving platter sharp knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt feta cheese) For dairy-free or vegan use suitable substitutes Check labels on chips and crackers for gluten or allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 165 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 13 g Protein 3 g
Save This whipped avocado Christmas tree dip is an easy and festive way to impress guests and add color to your holiday table
Kitchen Guide
- → How do I achieve the perfect whipped texture?
Use ripe avocados and a hand mixer or food processor to blend with lime juice, yogurt, and seasonings until smooth and fluffy.
- → What alternatives can I use for Greek yogurt?
A plant-based or dairy-free yogurt works well to maintain creamy texture while keeping it vegan-friendly.
- → How can I decorate the avocado mixture?
Use colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, pomegranate seeds, and fresh herbs to create a festive tree appearance.
- → Can this dish be prepared in advance?
Assemble and decorate shortly before serving to preserve vibrant colors and fresh texture; refrigerate if needed but consume within hours.
- → What serving options complement this avocado creation?
Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks to add crunch and balance to creamy texture.