Bonfire Warmth Centerpiece (Printable)

Eye-catching veggie and fruit display mimicking a warm bonfire glow for festive gatherings.

# 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 - ½ cup hummus or yogurt-based dip

# How-To Steps:

01 - Cut carrots and bell peppers into long, thin sticks or strips to resemble flames.
02 - Place the carrot sticks vertically in the center of a large round serving plate, leaning them together like a teepee to form the base.
03 - Layer yellow and red pepper strips among the carrots 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 - Optionally, sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the arrangement for extra visual appeal.
07 - If desired, serve alongside a small bowl of hummus or yogurt-based dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's the kind of centerpiece that gets people talking before anyone even takes a bite—pure magic for gatherings
  • Takes just 20 minutes but looks like you've spent hours planning something special
  • Completely vegan and gluten-free, so it welcomes everyone to the table without compromise
  • The produce stays fresh and crisp throughout the meal, never wilting or losing its appeal
02 -
  • Cut your vegetables just before assembly—this isn't something you can prep hours ahead. Raw produce starts to fade and lose its crispness within a couple hours, and you want that snappy freshness to be part of the experience.
  • The leaning tower works best when you create a real teepee structure with the carrots. If they're too loose, everything collapses. Lean them firmly against each other—this engineering moment matters.
  • Choose your plate carefully. A white or neutral plate lets the colors sing. A dark plate will swallow the vibrancy you're working so hard to create.
03 -
  • The moment you're ready to serve is the moment to assemble—these vegetables stay crispest when they haven't been sitting on a plate. If you're preparing ahead, keep all elements separate and refrigerated, then assemble just before guests arrive.
  • A sharp knife is everything here. Dull blades bruise vegetables and create ragged edges. Your knife should slice through peppers and carrots with confidence and ease.
Return