This goofy little thanksgiving appetizer is a lot of fun to make especially with kids. It instantly puts a smile on their face to see this cute little guy emerge and even better to pull off the “feathers” as a little snack before the big meal. You can get as creative as you would like with the ingredients. Bottom line add some fun and whimsy to your Thanksgiving day!
Goofy Thanksgiving Appetizer
Put a smile on your guests face this Thanksgiving with this goofy and delicious appetizer.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 253 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 honeydew melon or similar
- 1 pear with a stem
- 1 each each red, yellow and orange bell pepper
- 1 slice carrot
- 2 raisins for the eyes
- 1 lb each cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese cubed
- 1 cup red seedless grapes
- 1 small package salami
- about 20 or so skewers
- toothpicks for the eyes
Instructions
- Cut one side of the melon slightly so it will sit flat.
- Attach the pear with skewers or toothpicks to make the head of the goofy turkey
- Cut the red pepper, the wrinkled end to make two feet (see Picture)
- Cut another piece to sit next to the slice of carrot. (see picture)
- Cut the yellow and orange peppers julienne style and place in melon on skewers (see picture)
- Add the cubed cheese and grapes on the skewers alternating with a piece of salami on the top. Stick in the melon to make the feathers!
- Smile! You have made a goofy thanksgiving appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Goofy Thanksgiving Appetizer
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Sodium 325mg 14%
Potassium 385mg 11%
Total Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 14g
Protein 12g 24%
Vitamin A 11.6%
Vitamin C 29.6%
Calcium 33.8%
Iron 3.4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
