# Components:
→ Fresh Vegetables
01 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes
02 - 1 large English cucumber
03 - 1 red bell pepper
04 - 6 radishes
05 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
06 - 1 cup broccoli florets
07 - 1 cup baby carrots
→ Santa Hat Assembly
08 - 12 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
09 - 12 small basil leaves
→ Dip
10 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
15 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
16 - ½ teaspoon salt
17 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
02 - Cut the cucumber into ½-inch thick rounds, slice the red bell pepper into strips, and trim radishes leaving part of the stem intact for garnish.
03 - Layer a cherry tomato atop each cucumber slice, place a basil leaf between the tomato and cucumber to form the hat brim, then top with a mozzarella ball to create the pompom. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
04 - Place the assembled Santa Hats on a serving platter and surround them with cauliflower florets, broccoli florets, radishes, bell pepper strips, and baby carrots for a festive presentation.
05 - In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, chives, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.
06 - Transfer the dip into a small serving bowl and position it on the platter with the vegetables. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
