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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
