Emerald City Green Snack Board (Printable Version)

A colorful green-themed snack board with apples, limes, pesto, and olives, perfect for easy entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 2 Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
02 - 2 limes, sliced into rounds or wedges

→ Condiments

03 - 1/2 cup pesto (basil or arugula, store-bought or homemade)

→ Snacks

04 - 1 cup pitted green olives (such as Castelvetrano or Manzanilla)

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry the Granny Smith apples and limes thoroughly.
02 - Cut the apples into thin slices and arrange them evenly across the serving board.
03 - Cut the limes into rounds or wedges and intersperse them between apple slices to enhance the green appearance.
04 - Spoon the pesto into a small bowl and position it on the board for dipping.
05 - Distribute the pitted green olives around the apples and limes, filling the gaps and adding texture.
06 - Present immediately to preserve the freshness of the apples and the vibrant colors of the board.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a board that looks like you spent hours when you actually spent fifteen minutes.
  • Nobody expects appetizers to be this refreshing and visually stunning all at once.
  • It works for vegetarians, gluten-free eaters, and anyone who just wants to eat with their hands and talk.
02 -
  • Apples oxidize fast, so brush them lightly with lime juice before you assemble—it's the difference between a stunning board and one that looks tired after ten minutes.
  • A sharper knife creates thinner, more elegant apple slices that actually look like you know what you're doing.
03 -
  • Use the sharpest knife in your kitchen for apple slices—dull knives crush the fruit and make it brown faster.
  • Chill your board in the fridge for five minutes before plating if you have time; cold ingredients stay fresher-looking longer.
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