Emerald City Green Snack (Printable)

A colorful green snack board featuring crisp apples, lively limes, savory pesto, and flavorful olives.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 2 Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
02 - 2 limes, sliced into rounds or wedges

→ Condiments

03 - 1/2 cup pesto (basil or arugula, store-bought or homemade)

→ Snacks

04 - 1 cup pitted green olives (Castelvetrano or Manzanilla)

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Wash and dry the Granny Smith apples and limes thoroughly.
02 - Thinly slice the apples and arrange them evenly across the serving board.
03 - Cut the limes into rounds or wedges and intersperse them between apple slices for visual contrast.
04 - Spoon the pesto into a small bowl and place it on the board for dipping.
05 - Distribute the green olives around the apples and limes, filling gaps to add texture and color.
06 - Serve immediately to retain the apples’ freshness and vibrant colors.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes flat, making it perfect for last-minute entertaining or when you need something that looks effortless but tastes intentional.
  • The tartness of lime and pesto cuts through the richness of olives in a way that keeps you reaching for more, not feeling weighed down.
  • Everyone thinks you spent hours when you actually just sliced some apples and arranged them with care.
02 -
  • Brush apple slices very lightly with lime juice right before assembling if you're making this more than 10 minutes ahead; it prevents browning without making them soggy.
  • The quality of your pesto matters more than anything else on this board—a watery or dull pesto will flatten the whole experience, so taste it first and adjust with a pinch of salt if needed.
03 -
  • If your pesto tastes flat, a tiny squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of fleur de sel can wake it right up before serving.
  • Arrange your board in a low, wide platter or cutting board rather than a deep bowl; everything should be visible and easy to reach without digging.
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