River Delta Flow Appetizer

# What You'll Need:

→ Dips

01 - 1 1/2 cups hummus or Greek yogurt dip

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

03 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced into sticks

04 - 1 cup colorful bell peppers, sliced into strips

05 - 1 cup carrots, peeled and cut into thin sticks

06 - 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced

07 - 1/2 cup snap peas, trimmed

→ Garnishes

08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for drizzling

10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or zaatar, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - On a large, flat serving platter, spoon the hummus or yogurt dip in a wide, winding line through the center. Smooth and shape it using the back of a spoon to resemble a river.

02 - Arrange vegetable sticks and slices in branching, tapering lines radiating from the edges toward the central dip, mimicking river delta tributaries. Alternate colors and shapes for visual appeal.

03 - Drizzle olive oil over the dip and sprinkle smoked paprika or zaatar if using. Garnish with chopped parsley.

04 - Serve immediately with additional vegetables or pita chips on the side if desired.

# Additional Tips::

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It looks restaurant-quality impressive but takes just 25 minutes, no cooking required
Everyone at your gathering gets to graze and interact with the food, turning an appetizer into a memorable moment
The vibrant colors naturally photograph beautifully, making your table Instagram-worthy without trying

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Slice your vegetables just before assembling; if you prep too early, they'll wilt slightly and lose that satisfying crunch that makes this dish sing
Arrange vegetables with odd numbers of colors in each tributary (three carrot sticks, then peppers, then cucumbers) rather than perfect pairs—it looks more natural and intentional
The dip should be thick enough to hold its shape but smooth enough to spread easily; if yours is too thin, mix it with a bit of cream cheese or let Greek yogurt drain first

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