A colorful platter arranged like a game controller with cheeses, meats, veggies, crackers, and dips.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz pepper jack cheese, sliced
→ Meats
04 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz turkey breast, rolled
→ Crackers & Bread
06 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
07 - 3.5 oz breadsticks
→ Vegetables
08 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
09 - 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
10 - 1 cup baby carrots
11 - 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes
→ Dips
12 - 3.5 oz hummus
13 - 3.5 oz ranch dip
→ Garnishes & Buttons
14 - 12 black olives (whole, for controller buttons)
15 - 8 round grape tomatoes (for colored buttons)
16 - 1.75 oz pretzel sticks (for joysticks/decoration)
17 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Method:
01 - On a large rectangular serving board or tray, outline the shape of a classic video game controller using breadsticks or cracker sticks.
02 - Fill the controller shape with alternating sections of cheeses, meats, and vegetables to create color contrast.
03 - Use black olives and grape tomatoes to represent controller buttons, arranging them in clusters where the real buttons would be.
04 - Use pretzel sticks as joysticks by placing them upright, securing them with a small piece of cheese or cucumber as a base if needed.
05 - Set dips in small bowls at the grip ends of the controller or where touchpads would be located.
06 - Fill any remaining gaps with extra crackers or vegetables.
07 - Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant presentation.
08 - Serve immediately and encourage guests to enjoy snacking interactively.
