Rustic Wheel Appetizer Platter (Print View)

A vibrant platter featuring celery and meat sticks arranged in a rustic wheel for easy sharing.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 6 large celery stalks, ends trimmed and cut into 10 cm sticks

→ Meats

02 - 12 beef, turkey, or pork meat sticks, each approximately 10 cm in length (e.g., Slim Jim or similar snack sticks)

→ Dips (optional)

03 - 120 ml ranch dressing
04 - 120 ml honey mustard
05 - 120 ml hummus

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place a large round wooden board or platter on a stable work surface.
02 - Set a small bowl containing your chosen dip in the center of the board, if using.
03 - Lay celery sticks radiating outward from the center bowl, forming spokes on one half of the board.
04 - Place meat sticks in the spaces between the celery sticks to create alternating spokes, resembling a wheel.
05 - Present immediately, allowing guests to take and dip the spokes as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in ten minutes, so you can go from "I should have brought something" to ready in a flash.
  • Everyone loves the interactive grab-and-dip moment, which turns a simple snack into an actual conversation starter.
  • It works for any crowd and any dietary preference—gluten-free, low-carb, vegetarian-friendly with veggie swaps.
02 -
  • Trim your celery ends properly or they'll feel tough to bite through—it's a small detail that changes everything about the eating experience.
  • Arrange it no more than an hour before serving if you're using fresh dips, because soggy vegetables undo all your visual work.
03 -
  • A sharp knife makes all the difference when cutting celery—dull blades crush instead of slice, and that changes the whole texture.
  • If your meat sticks are a little dry, a quick brush of mustard or mayo before serving makes them feel less processed and more intentional.
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