Whipped Avocado Christmas Tree (Printable)

Creamy whipped avocado shaped and decorated with vibrant vegetables for a festive holiday centerpiece.

# What You'll Need:

→ Avocado Base

01 - 3 ripe avocados
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
03 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

→ Christmas Tree Decorations

08 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
09 - 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, finely diced
10 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
11 - 2 tablespoons purple onion, finely diced
12 - 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
13 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
14 - Fresh parsley or dill sprigs
15 - 1 small carrot, sliced into thin rounds or star shapes

→ To Serve

16 - Crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks

# Method:

01 - Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a large bowl.
02 - Add lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, salt, pepper, and cilantro to the avocados.
03 - Whip all ingredients using a hand mixer or food processor until smooth and fluffy.
04 - Transfer whipped avocado to a serving platter and shape into a Christmas tree using a spatula or spoon.
05 - Decorate with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, pomegranate seeds, and feta cheese. Arrange parsley or dill to simulate pine branches and top with carrot shapes.
06 - Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or vegetable sticks. Refrigerate if not serving right away, consuming within a few hours.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and visually appealing holiday appetizer
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free friendly
02 -
  • For a vegan version use a plant-based yogurt and omit feta cheese
  • Add a pinch of chili flakes for extra heat
03 -
  • Assemble and decorate just before serving to keep the dip fresh and vibrant
  • Try using radish slices sweet corn or olives for additional decoration
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