Christmas Tree Triangle Board (Print Version)

Festive layered platter with green grapes, olives, kiwi, and flavorful toppings for a holiday centerpiece.

# Components:

→ 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

→ Board and Serving

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

# Directions:

01 - Arrange green grapes, green olives, and kiwi slices in alternating layers forming a large triangle on the board, starting with the widest layer at the base.
02 - Insert rosemary sprigs between the layers to mimic pine needles.
03 - Scatter cherry tomatoes, red grapes, mozzarella balls, and pomegranate seeds over the tree as ornaments.
04 - Position yellow bell pepper stars at the top and optionally along the tree for festive detailing.
05 - Serve immediately with crackers or sliced baguette on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a conversation starter that looks far more complicated than it actually is—your guests will be genuinely impressed with minimal effort on your part
  • No cooking required means you can spend your holiday time enjoying people instead of standing over a stove
  • Naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and easily customizable for any dietary preference at your gathering
  • It's basically edible art, and everyone loves eating something beautiful enough to photograph
02 -
  • Dry your grapes and olives thoroughly before arranging—moisture is your enemy here, and wet fruit will migrate across the board as people reach for pieces
  • Cut kiwi slices just before assembly or they'll start to weep liquid. I learned this the hard way when I prepped everything hours ahead and ended up with a soggy tree.
  • The arrangement is forgiving but the visual impact matters—take an extra minute to step back and ensure your colors are somewhat distributed rather than clumped in one area
03 -
  • Use a wooden board instead of glass—the natural wood warm tones make the fruit colors pop even more brilliantly
  • If you can't find bocconcini, fresh mozzarella pieces torn into small bites work equally well, and people often eat them first
  • Pat dried mozzarella and all fruits completely dry with paper towels—this is the secret to everything staying in place and looking pristine until serving
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