Save A festive, creamy avocado dip artfully shaped into a Christmas tree, decorated with colorful vegetables and fresh herbs. Perfect as a holiday appetizer or centerpiece.
I first made this dip for a holiday party and it was a huge hit with all my guests who loved both the flavor and the presentation.
Ingredients
- Avocado Base: 3 ripe avocados, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative), 1 clove garlic minced, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Christmas Tree Decorations: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes quartered, 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper finely diced, 1/4 cup red bell pepper finely diced, 2 tablespoons purple onion finely diced, 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional), Fresh parsley or dill sprigs (for branches), 1 small carrot sliced into thin rounds or star shapes (for tree topper and ornaments)
- To Serve: Crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks
Instructions
- Prepare Avocados:
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Ingredients:
- Add lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, salt, pepper, and cilantro to the bowl.
- Whip Mixture:
- Using a hand mixer or food processor, whip the mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Shape Tree:
- Transfer the whipped avocado to a large serving platter. Shape the dip into a Christmas tree form using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Decorate Tree:
- Decorate the tree with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, pomegranate seeds, and feta cheese as ornaments. Arrange parsley or dill sprigs to mimic pine branches. Top the tree with a carrot star or round.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or veggie sticks. Refrigerate if not serving right away but consume within a few hours for best color and flavor.
Save This recipe creates beautiful memories as families gather around the festive dip during holiday celebrations.
Vegan Variations
Use plant-based yogurt and omit feta cheese to make the recipe vegan while keeping it creamy and delicious.
Serving Suggestions
Pair this dip with crackers, tortilla chips, or an assortment of fresh vegetable sticks for a perfect appetizer spread.
Nutritional Information
Each serving contains approximately 165 calories, 11 g total fat, 13 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.
Save This whipped avocado Christmas tree dip is sure to brighten up any holiday table and delight your guests with its creamy texture and festive look.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you achieve the whipped texture for the avocado?
Use a hand mixer or food processor to blend ripe avocados with lime juice, yogurt, garlic, salt, pepper, and cilantro until smooth and fluffy.
- → What vegetables work best for decorating the Christmas tree?
Cherry tomatoes, finely diced red and yellow bell peppers, purple onion, pomegranate seeds, and thin carrot slices make colorful and festive decorations.
- → Can the dip be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, but for best color and freshness, assemble and decorate just before serving. Refrigerate if made earlier and consume within a few hours.
- → Is there a vegan alternative for the creamy base?
Replace Greek yogurt with a plant-based alternative and omit feta cheese to keep it vegan-friendly.
- → What are good serving options for this avocado creation?
Pair with crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks for easy dipping and snacking.