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How to Make Holiday Wreaths You Can Actually Eat

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Northeastern chapter.

In need of a festive and healthy side dish to bring some holiday spirit to your spread? Look no further. Here are four wreaths made out of healthy foods that are sure to be hits.

#SpoonTip: Double or triple these recipes to increase the size of your wreaths and customize them to your own taste.

P.S. The great thing about wreaths is that you can make them out of almost anything you want (fruits, vegetables, desserts, etc.) so get creative. You’ll have everyone acting like the Grinch trying to steal your wreath.

Wreaths

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Brussels Sprout Wreath

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 6 minutesTotal time: 16 minutesServings:2 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

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    Cut Brussels sprouts in half and wash them.

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    Heat oil in medium frying pan, add Brussels sprouts and sauté 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Season with salt.

  3. Arrange on a plate and garnish with cranberries and walnuts.

Avocado Toast Wreath

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time: 5 minutesTotal time: 20 minutesServings:6 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

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    Cut the avocados in half and scoop the insides into a bowl.

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    Sprinkle with two pinches of Kosher salt and the lemon juice. Stir until chunky and mixed.

  3. Toast the baguette slices until golden brown, or to your liking.

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    Top each piece of toast with a tablespoon of the avocado.

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    Arrange on plate in shape of a wreath.

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    Wash radishes and cut into circles or semi-circles.

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    Top with salt, pepper, slices of radish, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve within 30 minutes for a bright green wreath.

Nacho Wreath

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 1 minuteCook time: 3 minutesTotal time: 4 minutesServings:8 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

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    Arrange green tortilla chips in the shape of a wreath on baking sheet.

    #SpoonTip: Xochitl makes holiday themed green and red tortilla chips.

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    Sprinkle shredded white cheese on top of the chips. You can use any white cheese, for example, white cheddar or mozzarella.

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    Bake in oven for 3 minutes or to your liking.

  5. Top with a red tortilla chip bow and serve right away with your favorite salsa or guacamole.

Kale Salad Wreath

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesTotal time: 15 minutesServings:4 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

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    For the dressing: mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, and Good Seasons Italian Salad Dressing and Recipe Mix.

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    Wash bunches of kale and chop.

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    Wash apple and cut half of it julienne-style.

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    Put all salad ingredients into a large bowl.

  5. Pour dressing on top and gently toss salad.

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    Arrange in the shape of a wreath on a platter.

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    Garnish with additional toppings and the rest of the apple cut into pieces for a bow.

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Zoe Pesce

Northeastern '19