Spicy Chili Pepper Fiesta (Printable Version)

Colorful chili peppers paired with zesty dips create a vibrant, easy-to-assemble party platter.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chili Peppers

01 - 3 large red bell peppers
02 - 3 large yellow bell peppers
03 - 3 large orange bell peppers
04 - 4 to 6 assorted fresh chili peppers (jalapeños, Fresno, serrano), adjust quantity for spice level

→ Dips

05 - 1 cup classic guacamole
06 - 1 cup spicy roasted red pepper hummus
07 - 1 cup mango salsa
08 - 1 cup creamy chipotle yogurt dip

→ Accompaniments

09 - 2 cups blue corn tortilla chips
10 - 1 cup baby carrots
11 - 1 cup cucumber slices
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes

→ Garnishes

13 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 2 limes, cut into wedges

# How to Make:

01 - Wash and dry all peppers thoroughly. Slice bell peppers vertically into thick strips suitable for scooping, reserving select halves for serving dips inside pepper boats.
02 - Cut chili peppers into thin rings or halve lengthwise for presentation. Remove seeds if desired to moderate heat.
03 - Place bell pepper strips and chili pepper slices on a large serving platter, organizing by color—red, orange, yellow—for visual appeal.
04 - Spoon each dip into small bowls or into reserved pepper boats. Distribute dips evenly around the platter to create vibrant focal points.
05 - Fill remaining spaces on the platter with blue corn tortilla chips, baby carrots, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes to provide texture and variety.
06 - Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the platter and place lime wedges strategically for added brightness and flavor contrast.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to combine peppers with dips according to preference.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It looks absolutely stunning on any table, and your guests will think you spent hours preparing when it really only took 35 minutes
  • Everyone gets to customize their own bites by choosing their favorite pepper and dip combination, making it interactive and fun
  • It's naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, so you're not stressing about dietary restrictions—this platter welcomes everyone
  • The combination of creamy dips with crisp, colorful vegetables hits every texture and flavor note in the best way
02 -
  • Cut everything just before serving, or your peppers will start to wilt and lose that satisfying crunch that makes this dish so appealing. I learned this the hard way at a party when I prepped two hours early.
  • The seeds and white membrane inside chili peppers are where all the heat lives. Even if you like spicy food, removing them from some of the peppers gives your guests options and prevents the heat from overwhelming the other flavors.
  • Fresh dips make an enormous difference. That creamy chipotle yogurt takes literally five minutes to make and tastes infinitely better than store-bought versions. It's worth the small effort.
03 -
  • Choose peppers that are firm and shiny—that's your visual guarantee that they'll be crisp and sweet. Soft or wrinkled peppers won't hold up on the platter or in people's hands.
  • Make the chipotle yogurt dip while your peppers are still being prepped. It needs just enough time to chill slightly so the flavors can meld, and this timing works perfectly.
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