If you're planning a party or potluck and want to keep things fresh, colorful and healthy, a veggie platter is always a solid go-to. But let’s be honest: most crudité spreads are... kind of boring. Sliced cucumbers, carrots and celery surrounding a bowl of ranch dip isn’t exactly the kind of thing that gets guests talking.
That’s why a now-viral TikTok veggie platter hack from creator @jessicacclark is making waves—by turning bell peppers into edible dip bowls. It’s a simple swap that’s easy to pull off, visually stunning and totally functional.
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♬ original sound - ?????ଓIn her TikTok video, Clark cuts the tops off red, orange and yellow bell peppers, scoops out the seeds and fills the bell peppers with different dips—think hummus, ranch and creamy spinach-artichoke dip. The effect? A gorgeous, bright centerpiece for your crudité boards and veggie platters.
“Whatttt so simple, so genius,” one person wrote on TikTok. “I’d hover by the platter just to snag the pepper when the dip’s gone,” another fan commented.
And they’re not wrong. Not only do bell peppers fit right into the vegetable vibe of your platter, but their natural shape also makes them ideal for coralling dip without taking up too much space. Plus, when the dip’s gone, you can slice them up and snack on the “bowls.” No dish-washing required.
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How To Make Bell Pepper Dip Bowls
Want to try this trick at home? Here’s how you can do it: Wash your bell peppers thoroughly. Slice off the tops, leaving a wide enough opening to hold your dip. Scoop out the seeds and rinse the inside. Fill each pepper with your favorite dip (ranch, hummus, tzatziki, buffalo chicken dip or whatever you like).
Place the pepper bowls in the center of your veggie platter and build your spread around them. Clark uses all veggies, but you could use a mix of veggies, crackers and cheese for an all-in-one platter.
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What Else Can You Do With Bell Pepper Bowls?
Once you try this hack, don’t stop at veggie platters. Bell pepper cups can do a lot more. For a festive chips and queso moment, fill the pepper bowls with cheese dip. Make bowls with mini bell peppers and fill them with taco meat and toppings for a veggie-packed take on tacos. You can also use mini bell pepper bowls to hold scrambled eggs or shakshuka for a fun low-carb breakfast. Feeling playful? Fill the peppers with a cold soup like gazpacho.
The bottom line? This clever hack isn’t just for looks. It’s a smart, zero-waste upgrade to any snack spread. Give it a try for your next gathering, and prepare to wow your guests with minimal effort.
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