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Goofy Thanksgiving Appetizer

Put a smile on your guests face this Thanksgiving with this goofy and delicious appetizer.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Thanksgiving
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 253kcal
Author International Cuisine

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

Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 325mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 24.4mg | Calcium: 338mg | Iron: 0.6mg