Bonfire Warmth Colorful Centerpiece (Printable Version)

A vibrant mix of orange, yellow, and red produce arranged to evoke warm, inviting flames.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into long thin sticks
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
03 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
04 - 3 mandarins, peeled and segmented

→ Garnishes

05 - Fresh parsley or mint sprigs
06 - 1 small handful pomegranate seeds (optional)

→ Dip (optional)

07 - 1/2 cup hummus or yogurt-based dip

# How-To Steps:

01 - Cut carrots, yellow and red bell peppers into long, thin sticks or strips to resemble flames.
02 - On a round, flat serving plate, arrange the carrot sticks vertically in the center, leaning them together like a teepee to form the base of the fire.
03 - Layer yellow and red pepper strips among the carrots, mixing the colors to create a flickering flame effect.
04 - Tuck mandarin segments at various heights and around the base to add orange glow and dimension.
05 - Scatter fresh parsley or mint sprigs around the base to resemble green ash or embers.
06 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the arrangement for a sparkling effect.
07 - Serve with a small bowl of hummus or yogurt-based dip on the side if desired.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • It's raw beauty—no cooking required, just 20 minutes of arranging and you've created something that looks like it took hours
  • Everyone can eat it straight from the platter, making it the perfect conversation starter at any gathering
  • The colors are so vibrant they practically glow, turning an ordinary table into something Instagram-worthy without trying
02 -
  • Cut everything while your vegetables are still slightly cool from the fridge—they'll hold their shape better and stay crisp longer once arranged
  • The arrangement will start to wilt slightly as it sits, so assemble it no more than 30 minutes before serving. This isn't a centerpiece you can make in advance.
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife and cut everything on a wet cutting board—moisture keeps your hands and the vegetables from slipping, and you'll get cleaner cuts that hold their shape better
  • If you're making this for a party, prep all your vegetables in advance but don't assemble until 15 minutes before guests arrive—the longer it sits, the more it will wilt and lose that just-arranged sparkle
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