{It’s a rhetorical question}
Because clearly, the answer is no – it doesn’t get any easier. Or healthier. Or more delicious.
Why complicate things? I must give credit to Meg {Dan’s fabulous mother} who put all of these great platters together for us. She’s been doing this for years, and she knows better than anyone that simple – when it’s done right – is often the best way to go. Just chop up a bunch of fresh, colorful veggies and serve it all up with an easy, healthy dip. I promise – your guests won’t be disappointed.
Here we did sweet peppers, celery, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini. And this fabulously simple blue cheese dip.
Blue Cheese Dip
8 ounces lowfat cottage cheese
4 ounces blue cheese
4 tablespoons light mayo
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped red onion
And right now, I’m pretty much drooling remembering how delicious this was. And the best part – no recipe needed! Just cut up all of your favorite fruits {or whatever looks good at the store – market, if you’re lucky} and serve with yogurt of your choice. We used a mixture of lime and vanilla, and it was heavenly.
Yes, I know. This {slightly} detracts from the “healthy” factor here, but this little antipasto sampling rounds out the rest of this spread perfectly. Again, good ingredients and simplicity are key – we just set out sliced capicola, salami, and prosciutto and served them alongside these little balls of mozzarella goodness (extra points for being pre-packaged already soaking in olive oil and herbs).
So, what do you think – do these look easy enough? Any other no-fuss favorites you have in your arsenal that we need to know about?
Very pretty!
As a former Florida resident, I have to ask…did you buy the ingredients at Publix?
Lisa – I didn’t buy them so I can’t be sure, but I think a combination of Publix and Fresh Market, and Costco, if you can believe it. I think she’s lucky to have one of the good Publix’s near her
xxSAS
Looks SO good!!!! I love the fruit/yogurt one…want NOW
Totes had your fish again tonight!
Liz – Time to try something new! I made a delicious salmon last night, I gotta post it for you… xxSAS
Looks good… and healthy too.
Those meats look especially delish!!
xoxox,
CC
Oh my golly – get in my mouth! All of it. Seriously yum, especially that veggie tray. I adore those things
Thanks.. I am now craving fresh fruits and veggies, and all I’ve got is cabbage and prunes! lol