Rainbow Pride Spectrum Board (Printable Version)

A vibrant grazing board with fresh ingredients arranged by color for a striking rainbow presentation.

# What You Need:

→ Red

01 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
03 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper strips
04 - 1/2 cup raspberries

→ Orange

05 - 1 cup orange bell pepper strips
06 - 1 cup mandarin segments
07 - 1/2 cup dried apricots
08 - 1/2 cup baby carrots

→ Yellow

09 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
10 - 1 cup yellow bell pepper strips
11 - 1/2 cup yellow cherry tomatoes
12 - 1/2 cup cheddar cheese cubes

→ Green

13 - 1 cup green grapes
14 - 1 cup cucumber slices
15 - 1/2 cup sugar snap peas
16 - 1/2 cup guacamole (served in a small bowl)

→ Blue

17 - 1 cup blueberries
18 - 1/2 cup blue corn tortilla chips
19 - 1/2 cup blackberries
20 - 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles

→ Purple

21 - 1 cup purple grapes
22 - 1/2 cup blackberries
23 - 1/2 cup purple cauliflower florets
24 - 1/2 cup dried figs, halved

→ Serving Accompaniments

25 - 1 box assorted gluten-free crackers
26 - 1 small bowl hummus

# How-To Steps:

01 - Wash and slice all fruits and vegetables, then separate them into color groups.
02 - On a large rectangular or oval serving board, sketch gentle, curving lines starting with red at one end and proceeding through orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
03 - Lay each color group along its designated line, ensuring distinct separation of colors without overlap.
04 - Position dips, cheeses, and crackers in small bowls or discreetly within their respective color sections.
05 - Fill any empty spaces with additional fruit, vegetables, or crackers to create a lush, overflowing display.
06 - Present immediately and enjoy the vibrant rainbow effect.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that requires zero cooking skills, just thoughtful arranging and a little patience.
  • Everyone at the table gets to celebrate with their hands, picking colors that speak to them, which makes eating feel like playing.
  • The visual impact is so stunning that people photograph it before they even taste it, which means you've already won half the battle.
02 -
  • Don't halve your strawberries until the last possible moment. They weep juice and turn dark at the edges if you cut them too early, which disrupts your red stripe's brightness.
  • The secret to keeping your colors pure and striking is arranging tightly enough that adjacent colors don't actually touch. If red and orange blend together, the whole effect loses its power.
03 -
  • Use a wooden board rather than a glass platter—wood is warmer and the colors pop against it more beautifully. Plus, it has a natural, organic feel that makes people want to dive in.
  • Keep a spray bottle of lemon juice nearby while you're arranging. A light mist on apples, pears, or any cut fruit prevents browning and keeps everything looking bright for hours.
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