Save to Pinterest A playful, kid-friendly platter featuring dinosaur bone breadsticks and a colorful assortment of crunchy raw vegetables, perfect for parties or themed gatherings.
My kids always get excited when we make these dinosaur bone breadsticks together, and the colorful veggies add a healthy crunch they love.
Ingredients
- Dinosaur Bones Breadsticks: 250 g pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp coarse sea salt, 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Prehistoric Crudités: 1 large carrot peeled and cut into sticks, 1 cucumber cut into spears, 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 yellow bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Dip: 200 g Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape Breadsticks:
- Divide pizza dough into 12 portions. Roll each portion into a 12 cm (5-inch) rope. Tie a loose knot at each end to resemble a bone.
- Prepare Breadsticks:
- Arrange breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and oregano.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Let cool slightly.
- Arrange Vegetables:
- Arrange carrot cucumber bell peppers broccoli and cherry tomatoes on a large platter.
- Make Dip:
- In a small bowl mix Greek yogurt lemon juice chives salt and pepper to make the dip.
- Serve:
- Place the breadstick bones among the vegetables. Serve with the dip on the side.
Save to Pinterest Making this platter is a wonderful family moment that brings everyone to the table excited to share and enjoy.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Knife and cutting board, Mixing bowl, Pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (pizza dough) and dairy (Greek yogurt). For gluten-free use gluten-free dough for dairy-free use plant-based dip. Always check ingredient labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories 180 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 29 g Protein 6 g
Save to Pinterest This playful platter is sure to delight guests and kids alike with its fun shapes and fresh flavors.
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I shape the breadsticks to resemble dinosaur bones?
Divide the dough into portions and roll each into ropes. Tie loose knots at both ends of each rope to create a bone-like shape before baking.
- → What vegetables work best for the colorful crudités?
Carrots, cucumber, bell peppers, broccoli florets, and cherry tomatoes provide a vibrant mix of colors and textures.
- → Is there a way to make the dip vegan-friendly?
Yes, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based alternatives like cashew or coconut yogurt for a dairy-free, vegan dip.
- → Can the breadsticks be made gluten-free?
Using gluten-free pizza dough allows for allergy-friendly breadsticks while maintaining similar texture and flavor.
- → What oven temperature and baking time should I use for the breadsticks?
Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12 to 15 minutes until the breadsticks turn golden and crisp.