Stacked Gift Box Veggie Cubes (Print Version)

Colorful stacked veggie cubes offer a fresh, healthy, and visually appealing snack for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium cucumber
02 - 2 large carrots
03 - 1 large red bell pepper
04 - 1 large yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 medium zucchini
06 - 1 small cooked and peeled beet
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes

→ Cheese & Garnishes

08 - 1 cup feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (or firm mozzarella)
09 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives or green onions
10 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

→ Ties & Decoration

11 - 12 fresh chive stalks or thin strips of bell pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
02 - Slice cucumber, carrots, zucchini, and beet into 1/2-inch thick slabs, then cut into even 1/2-inch cubes.
03 - Cut bell peppers into 1/2-inch wide strips, then dice into 1/2-inch cubes.
04 - Halve cherry tomatoes if large; leave whole if small.
05 - Arrange cubes of vegetables and cheese in colorful, stacked layers of three cubes each, alternating colors and flavors.
06 - Secure each stack with a chive stalk or thin strip of bell pepper, tying gently to resemble a gift box ribbon.
07 - Sprinkle chopped chives or green onions and sesame seeds, if using, over the stacks.
08 - Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Healthy and colorful
  • Perfect for parties and gatherings
02 -
  • For vegan option replace cheese with firm tofu cubes.
  • Use avocado radish or cooked sweet potato for more variety.
03 -
  • For best presentation use a sharp knife for clean-edged cubes.
  • Serve with a side of hummus or yogurt dip for extra flavor.
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