Olympic Rings Appetizer Platter (Print View)

A visually striking platter showcasing five colorful interlocking rings layered with fresh ingredients.

# Components:

→ Blue Ring

01 - 1 cup blueberries
02 - 1/2 cup blue corn tortilla chips, broken into bite-sized pieces
03 - 1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 2 tablespoons toasted walnuts

→ Yellow Ring

05 - 1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
07 - 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
08 - 1/4 cup toasted cashews

→ Black Ring

09 - 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
10 - 1 cup black grapes, halved
11 - 1/2 cup black bean hummus
12 - 1/2 cup pumpernickel bread, cut into small rounds

→ Green Ring

13 - 1 cup cucumber slices
14 - 1/2 cup green grapes, halved
15 - 1/2 cup shelled and steamed edamame
16 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves

→ Red Ring

17 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
18 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
19 - 1/2 cup strawberries, halved
20 - 1/4 cup roasted red pepper hummus

# Directions:

01 - Lightly sketch five interlocking circles on a large serving platter or clean surface using pencil and parchment paper as a guide.
02 - Place blueberries, blue corn tortilla chips, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted walnuts in a circular pattern forming the blue ring on the left.
03 - Position yellow cherry tomatoes, diced yellow bell pepper, pineapple chunks, and toasted cashews to create the yellow ring beneath the blue ring.
04 - Form the top middle ring with black olives, halved black grapes, black bean hummus, and small rounds of pumpernickel bread.
05 - Create the green ring below the black ring using cucumber slices, green grapes, steamed edamame, and fresh basil leaves.
06 - Complete the design with the red ring by placing cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, halved strawberries, and roasted red pepper hummus to the right.
07 - Ensure each colored ring slightly overlaps adjacent rings to replicate the Olympic symbol accurately.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours before serving to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's the kind of platter that makes people pause and take photos before they eat, because it's just that stunning to look at.
  • Every ring has completely different flavors, so there's something for everyone without needing multiple dishes.
  • Zero cooking required means you can prep it the morning of and focus on enjoying your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
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  • The overlapping is what makes this work visually—don't be shy about letting the rings cross over each other. That's where the Olympic magic happens, literally and visually.
  • Moisture is the silent killer of a beautiful platter. Pat everything dry and avoid pre-cutting ingredients more than a couple of hours ahead. This is especially true for cucumbers and tomatoes, which will weep liquid if given time.
  • The arrangement matters less than you think—what matters is that you have all five rings with their distinct colors clearly visible. People will think you spent hours on this. Don't tell them you didn't.
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  • Assemble this platter no more than two hours before serving for maximum freshness and crispness. If you need to make it further ahead, prep everything and keep components in separate containers in the fridge, then assemble just before guests arrive.
  • The hummus spreads are thicker than you think—a little goes a long way. Use the back of a spoon and apply gently, creating swoops rather than an even coat. This keeps the visual interest high and lets other ingredients shine.
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