A colorful vegetable and mozzarella arrangement shaped like ladybugs for fun, fresh, and visually appealing bites.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 18 cherry tomatoes
02 - 18 black olives, pitted
03 - 2 medium cucumbers
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
06 - 1 cup broccoli florets
→ Cheese
07 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
→ Garnishes
08 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Slice cucumbers into ½-inch thick rounds and arrange them evenly on a large serving platter to create the garden foundation.
02 - Distribute baby spinach leaves and broccoli florets around the cucumber slices to enhance the lush, green appearance.
03 - Cut each cherry tomato in half and place one half, cut side down, on each cucumber slice to represent the ladybugs' bodies.
04 - Slice black olives in half and affix one half to each tomato half using a toothpick, creating the ladybugs' heads.
05 - Dip a toothpick into balsamic glaze to dot the cherry tomato backs or alternatively sprinkle black sesame seeds for the spots.
06 - Place mini mozzarella balls beside select ladybugs and arrange yellow bell pepper strips to mimic garden paths.
07 - Sprinkle finely chopped fresh chives over the entire platter to evoke a grassy field effect.
08 - Carefully remove all toothpicks before serving to ensure safe consumption.
