Festive Christmas Tree Platter (Printable version)

Layered green grapes, olives, and kiwis arranged as a festive holiday centerpiece with colorful accents.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base Fruits and Vegetables

01 - 2 cups seedless green grapes, washed and dried
02 - 2 cups green olives, pitted
03 - 3 large kiwis, peeled and sliced into rounds

→ Ornaments and Decoration

04 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
06 - 1/2 cup small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
07 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
08 - 1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into star shapes
09 - Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish

→ Board and Serving

10 - 1 large wooden serving board or platter (triangular or rectangular)
11 - Crackers or sliced baguette, optional for serving

# Directions:

01 - Arrange green grapes, green olives, and kiwi slices in alternating layers on the serving board, creating a large triangle with the widest layer at the base.
02 - Insert fresh rosemary sprigs between layers to resemble pine needles.
03 - Scatter cherry tomatoes, red grapes, mozzarella balls, and pomegranate seeds over the tree to mimic ornaments.
04 - Top the tree and optionally the sides with yellow bell pepper stars for festive flair.
05 - Serve immediately, accompanied by crackers or sliced baguette if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a conversation starter that does half the work for you—your guests won't believe you made it, and the moment when they realize it's all real food is unforgettable
  • Zero cooking required means more time to enjoy the people around your table instead of being stuck in the kitchen
  • It's naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, so it genuinely includes everyone at your holiday gathering without compromise
  • The assembly is pure joy—almost meditative, like you're painting with edible colors
02 -
  • Dry everything thoroughly before assembly—especially the grapes and kiwis. Wet fruit slides, arranges poorly, and looks dull. Paper towels are your friend here, and this ten-second step makes all the difference in how your tree actually stays put
  • The temperature of your mozzarella matters more than you'd think. Cold mozzarella balls stay perfectly round and firm; room-temperature ones start to soften and flatten, losing that precious ornament effect
  • Assembly timing is crucial. If you make this more than three hours ahead, the kiwi can start to oxidize and lose its brightness, and cut peppers can look tired. Fresh is beautiful here, so assemble it as close to serving time as possible
03 -
  • Use a slightly damp paper towel to wipe your board clean and dry right before assembly—it removes any dust and gives you a clean canvas, making colors pop even more dramatically
  • If bell pepper cutting feels intimidating, use a small star-shaped cookie cutter. Lay the pepper flat, press down firmly, and twist gently—perfect stars every time, and the scraps become snacking bonus
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