Tundra Trek vegetable plate (Printable)

Crisp vegetables and delicate flavors arranged on a chilled stone plate in minimalist style.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 small daikon radish, peeled and thinly sliced
02 - 1 small kohlrabi, peeled and thinly sliced
03 - 1 Belgian endive, leaves separated
04 - 1/2 cup cauliflower florets, finely chopped

→ Garnish & Accents

05 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
06 - 2 tbsp white sesame seeds, lightly toasted
07 - 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
08 - 1/4 cup microgreens (pea shoots or radish sprouts)
09 - Flaky sea salt, to taste

→ Dressing

10 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
12 - 1/2 tsp white pepper
13 - 1 tsp white wine vinegar

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place a large clean stone or marble platter in the freezer for 15 minutes before assembling.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and white pepper in a small bowl.
03 - Sparsely arrange daikon slices, kohlrabi slices, and separated endive leaves across the chilled platter to mimic tundra flora.
04 - Sprinkle cauliflower florets, coconut flakes, white sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds evenly over the vegetables in an artful, random pattern.
05 - Lightly drizzle the prepared dressing over the entire arrangement.
06 - Top with microgreens and a pinch of flaky sea salt just before serving. Serve immediately to maintain crispness.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's a conversation starter that takes just 25 minutes and requires zero cooking.
  • The contrast between crisp vegetables and creamy coconut creates an unexpectedly complex texture.
  • It looks like edible art but tastes like a perfectly balanced, refreshing bite.
02 -
  • Don't dress this more than a few minutes before serving—the vegetables will start to weep and lose their crisp texture, and the visual impact fades.
  • A chilled plate is non-negotiable; room temperature defeats the entire purpose of this dish.
03 -
  • Invest in a real stone or marble platter if you make this often—it genuinely changes how the dish feels to eat and how temperatures hold.
  • Toast your sesame seeds lightly in a dry pan for 2 minutes just before assembly; the warmth releases their flavor and makes them taste less raw.
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