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Ghost Veggie Platter

This veggie platter features cauliflower heads, mozzarella slices, carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and olives arranged to resemble spooky ghost figures. The vegetables are assembled with small cheese or hummus patches and decorated with edible eyes, creating a playful and colorful snack. Final presentation is whimsical, with crisp, fresh textures and vibrant colors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: various
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head Cauliflower used for the ghost bodies
  • 8 slices Mozzarella cheese cut into small ghost shapes
  • 2 carrots Carrots for ghost arms and facial features
  • 1 cucumber Cucumber sliced into rounds for background or bases
  • 1 punnet cherry tomatoes Cherry tomatoes adds bursts of color and variety
  • 1 jar black or green olives Olives for eyes and facial details
  • hummus or cheese spread Hummus or cheese spread used as glue for assembling and creating ghost shapes

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Serving Platter
  • Small spoon or piping bag

Method
 

  1. Prepare the cauliflower by trimming off excess leaves and cutting it into smaller, manageable heads, then steam until just tender but still firm, about 8-10 minutes, until it looks slightly shiny and isn't brittle.
  2. Slice mozzarella into tiny ghost shapes—try to give each one a rounded top with a slightly elongated bottom for a ghostly look. Chill the slices to keep them firm and easier to handle.
  3. Slice carrots into thin rounds for ghost arms or small facial details. Cut some into tiny strips if you want more elaborate features.
  4. Arrange cauliflower heads on your serving platter to serve as the base for each ghost. Carefully spread a small amount of hummus or cheese spread on top of each cauliflower to act as glue for the mozzarella and additional features.
  5. Place the mozzarella ghost shapes onto each cauliflower head, pressing gently so they adhere to the spread. Use a small spoon or piping bag for neat placement.
  6. Add tiny carrot or olive pieces for eyes and facial features on each mozzarella ghost, pressing lightly into the spread to secure them.
  7. Arrange sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and remaining vegetables around the cauliflower ghosts, creating a colorful background and additional snack options.
  8. Decorate the platter further with whole olives for more eyes or tiny pepper strips for extra facial features if desired, adding fun details to your spooky scene.
  9. Chill the platter in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to help the spread set and keep everything in place before serving.
  10. Serve the Ghost Veggie Platter as a fun, colorful centerpiece packed with crunchy, fresh vegetables and playful ghostly figures, perfect for a spooky celebration or springtime gathering.

Notes

To add more personality, experiment with different facial expressions using varied vegetable pieces. Keep some extra olives and vegetables on hand for last-minute details or adjustments. For a brighter presentation, serve on a large white platter or tray to make the colors pop.