--- title: "20 Yummy Veggie Trays for Any Occasion ..." description: "In a Basket; Crudites Platter; Party Idea; Use Containers; Christmas Tree; More ..." url: "https://food.allwomenstalk.com/yummy-veggie-trays-for-any-occasion/" category: "food" last_updated: "2026-05-21" --- # 20 Yummy Veggie Trays for Any Occasion ... Holiday season is gearing up, which means you are probably going to be attending your fair share of parties in the next couple of months, and veggie trays are the perfect thing to bring. They give you something healthy to eat, don't cost a lot to make and can be arranged in a number of ways. My family always does veggie trays at both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Everyone nibbles until the meal is ready. Here are some great ideas to get you inspired to eat your veggies this holiday season. ## 1. In a Basket ![In a Basket](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qv/o1/wpdepcob_596x413.jpg) Source: [25 spring entertaining ideas that ...](http://www.dallasnews.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Veggie trays can get heavy, but organizing them in a basket like this one makes it easy to carry around. ## 2. Crudites Platter ![Crudites Platter](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/v2/lt/yb3akupd_600x900.jpg) Source: [Vegan Green Dressing + Crudités](https://honestlyyum.com/11128/vegan-green-dressing-crudites/) Raw veggies are often referred to as crudites, but either way, they are delicious. ## 3. Party Idea ![Party Idea](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dn/ef/j558do8b_494x632.jpg) Source: [livinglocurto.com](https://www.livinglocurto.com/american-flag-vegetable-tray-2/) You can serve this for any patriotic occasion - Veteran's Day, the 4th of July or Memorial Day. Or you can put it out any time the mood strikes ## 4. Use Containers ![Use Containers](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/to/yr/oyulun5d_600x897.jpg) Source: [Tuesday Tastings :: Spring Crudité](https://camillestyles.com/food/tuesday-tastings-spring-crudite/) This is a great way to separate the veggies and create a presentation that can't be beat. ## 5. Christmas Tree ![Christmas Tree](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/id/va/kmez9xzr_560x722.jpg) Source: [Turkey, Tree, & Wreath Vegetable ...](http://www.stoplookingetcookin.com/2013/11/turkey-tree-wreath-vegetable-trays-with-yum-food-and-fun-for-kids/) What a festive way to celebrate a Christmas party this year! The bell pepper garlands are genius! ## 6. Add Some Embellishments ![Add Some Embellishments](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/oq/um/ktm22jir_600x864.jpg) Source: [5 Tips for Stress Free ...](https://whipperberry.com/5-tips-for-stress-free-entertaining/) Take your veggie tray to the next level by adding some dip, crackers and nuts. ## 7. Rainbow Veggie Tray ![Rainbow Veggie Tray](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i1/gp/x843w175_600x366.jpg) Source: [Rainbow veggie tray ideas](https://onelittleproject.com/rainbow-veggie-tray-ideas/) This tray is simple, but includes veggies from each color group. Beautiful, isn't it? ## 8. Fancy Shapes ![Fancy Shapes](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lt/cy/tn8fpoyz_600x450.jpg) Source: [It's Written on the Wall](https://itswrittenonthewalls.blogspot.com/) Use special knives to create fancy shaped veggies like these flowers. Pretty, huh? ## 9. Make a Border ![Make a Border](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qu/ar/m8vf3aff_585x564.jpg) Source: [images.search.yahoo.com](https://images.search.yahoo.com/images) I love how the cauliflower and broccoli make a fun patterned border around this veggie tray. ## 10. Broccoli Tree _ Source: Mommy on the Money: Earth ..._ A huge broccoli floret makes a fun tree to "shade" all the veggies resting beneath. ## 11. Turkey for Thanksgiving ![Turkey for Thanksgiving](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tk/ok/ruz7yfpc_600x628.jpg) Source: [Thanksgiving dinner](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/125397170848336278/) This is a great veggie tray to spice up your Thanksgiving table this year. ## 12. Peppers as a Holder for Dip ![Peppers as a Holder for Dip](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/el/vu/qjzxfw3q_540x703.jpg) Source: [way2goodlife.com](https://goo.gl/8OtMWy) What a great idea it is to hollow out a couple of bell peppers and fill them with dip. ## 13. Another Turkey ![Another Turkey](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qa/i7/e9mej5fv_403x384.jpg) Source: [Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas](https://goo.gl/Nbj5Vt) Here is another, and totally different, style of of turkey for a veggie tray. ## 14. Cheese and Veggie Tray ![Cheese and Veggie Tray](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sb/hc/raeh30sb_333x500.jpg) Source: [webstaurantstore.com](http://www.webstaurantstore.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) A veggie tray gets even better when it has some great cheeses and a few crackers added to it. ## 15. Double Dip ![Double Dip](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fu/n9/t3365x5t_600x490.jpg) Source: [gallery](https://goo.gl/jXRGeg) Not that kind of double dip! I like that there are two dip options, which lets guests choose the one they like best. ## 16. Ninja Turtle Vegetable Plates ![Ninja Turtle Vegetable Plates](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yg/le/tw0c09u3_600x387.jpg) Source: [Pizza and a Pinata for ...](https://dolledupdesign.net/2014/03/27/pizza-and-a-pinata-for-my-ninja-turtle-fan/) This would be totally fun for a little boy's birthday party. Really cute, right? ## 17. Ice It up ![Ice It up](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mi/og/nia07tvt_535x535.jpg) Source: [50 Cool Kitchen Gadgets Everyone ...](https://listotic.com/50-useful-kitchen-gadgets-you-didnt-know-existed/34/) This bowl is great because it keeps the veggies and dip cold throughout your party. ## 18. Farmer's Market Vegetable Tray ![Farmer's Market Vegetable Tray](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r4/zp/le6a7x0p_600x895.jpg) Source: [simplyscratch.com](https://www.simplyscratch.com/diy-farmers-market-vegetable-tray) I love the idea of loading a veggie tray with only vegetables that are in season. ## 19. Fanned out ![Fanned out](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nl/bj/kt5jg78j_267x400.jpg) Source: [Fit Media Concepts: Super Bowl ...](http://fitmediaconcepts.blogspot.com/2013/01/super-bowl-sunday.html) The fan design on this veggie tray is different, but I like it. The veggies would be really easy to grab and eat. ## 20. Bouquet of Tulips ![Bouquet of Tulips](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pm/z6/rro5hq65_360x480.jpg) Source: [Creatività e originalità in cucina](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/369717450631203674/) I love this bouquet of tulips made out of stuffed cherry tomatoes. It's almost too pretty to eat! What events do you make a veggie tray for? They make such an easy addition to any celebration or gathering. 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