Composed Appetizer Platter Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 24 hours 20 minutes
🥗 Servings: 8
🍳 Calories per Serving: 244.8
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Composed Appetizer Platter, a perfect combination of freshness and crunch, ideal for potlucks, weeknight gatherings, or just easy entertaining. With a medley of cauliflower, tomatoes, mushrooms, shrimp, eggs, and more, this platter is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant colors and tantalizing taste.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup black olives (optional)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- Freshly ground black pepper
Dressing:
- 3/4 cup of your favorite dressing (use a vinaigrette for a tangy touch)
Instructions:
| Time | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Day Before | Place cauliflower, grape tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, optional olives, and red onion in a large bowl. |
| Pour the entire bottle of dressing over the veggies and mix well until evenly coated. | |
| Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight, giving it a stir before bedtime. | |
| Morning | Add the cooked shrimp to the veggie mixture, gently combining to ensure even distribution. |
| Keep the mixture covered and refrigerated until ready to serve. | |
| Serving Day | Drain the shrimp and veggie mixture well, arranging it attractively on a serving platter. |
| Surround the edges of the platter with halved hard-boiled eggs. | |
| Generously sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the entire platter. | |
| Serve and enjoy the colorful and flavorful appetizer platter with your guests! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 244.8
- Fat: 12.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
- Cholesterol: 182.9mg
- Sodium: 796.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.1g
- Fiber: 5.1g
- Sugar: 9.6g
- Protein: 18.7g
Keywords:
Potluck, Weeknight, Easy
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this platter with your favorite veggies or protein options.
- If you’re not a fan of shrimp, you can substitute it with grilled chicken or tofu.
- This appetizer platter can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient option for entertaining.
- Ensure the veggies are well-drained before serving to prevent the platter from becoming soggy.
- Experiment with different dressings to create unique flavor profiles.