Save A bold, crowd-pleasing snack platter inspired by the energy of rock concerts, featuring a creative guitar-shaped arrangement of savory bites and dips—perfect for parties and music lovers.
This platter brings music and food together in a fun way I enjoyed sharing at my last party everyone loved it and kept asking for the recipe
Ingredients
- Cheese & Protein: 150 g cheddar cheese cut into sticks, 100 g pepper jack cheese sliced, 150 g deli turkey rolled optional omit for vegetarian, 100 g salami slices optional omit for vegetarian
- Crackers & Bread: 100 g multigrain crackers, 100 g breadsticks
- Fresh Vegetables: 1 red bell pepper sliced, 1 yellow bell pepper sliced, 1 small cucumber sliced, 100 g cherry tomatoes halved, 2 carrots cut into sticks
- Dips: 100 g hummus, 100 g guacamole, 80 g ranch or blue cheese dip
- Extras & Garnish: 50 g black olives pitted, 50 g green grapes optional for sweet note, Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large rectangular platter or board sketch a guitar shape lightly with a pencil on parchment paper for guidance or use a guitar-shaped serving board if available
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese sticks and slices to form the guitar body alternating colors for visual effect
- Step 3:
- Use breadsticks to mimic the guitar neck laying them in a straight line from the body
- Step 4:
- Place rolled deli turkey and salami slices around the cheese to add texture and flavor or substitute with extra vegetables for a vegetarian version
- Step 5:
- Fill in the guitar outline with vegetable slices grouping peppers and cucumbers for colorful strings and frets
- Step 6:
- Place cracker stacks and clusters of grapes at the guitar head for contrast and variety
- Step 7:
- Spoon hummus guacamole and ranch dip into small bowls arrange them at the body or sides of the platter
- Step 8:
- Add olives and cherry tomatoes for extra flavor pops Garnish with fresh herbs
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately encouraging guests to strum and snack
Save My family loves gathering around this platter every weekend turning snack time into a lively occasion full of laughter and fun memories
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board Paring knife Small bowls for dips Serving tongs or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese ranch dip) gluten (crackers breadsticks) and possibly soy (hummus some dips) Meats may contain additional allergens check labels Always verify ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving based on vegetarian option Calories 280 Total Fat 15 g Carbohydrates 22 g Protein 12 g
Save This snack platter not only tastes amazing but also brings a creative twist to your party table
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the platter like a guitar?
Lightly sketch a guitar outline on parchment or use a guitar-shaped board, then arrange cheeses and snacks following the shape for an eye-catching presentation.
- → What can I use instead of deli meats for a vegetarian option?
Skip deli meats and add more cheeses, roasted chickpeas, or extra vegetables to maintain flavor and texture variety.
- → Which dips pair best with this snack platter?
Hummus, guacamole, and ranch or blue cheese dip complement the savory bites and fresh veggies beautifully.
- → Can this platter be made gluten-free?
Yes, substitute multigrain crackers and breadsticks with certified gluten-free alternatives to keep the flavors intact.
- → How can I garnish the platter for a fresh touch?
Use fresh herbs like parsley or basil along with black olives and grapes to enhance both appearance and taste.
- → What beverages complement this snack platter?
Light drinks like sparkling water, lemonade, or light beers pair well, balancing the savory and fresh elements.