Star of David Salad Platter (Printable Page)

Fresh greens and vibrant vegetables artfully arranged with tangy dressing for a festive salad centerpiece.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greens

01 - 6 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
02 - 3 cups arugula, washed and dried

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Cheese & Garnish

09 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese or vegan feta alternative
10 - 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
12 - 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

→ Dressing

13 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
19 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Select a large, flat platter or tray to serve as your canvas.
02 - Evenly distribute baby spinach leaves and arugula in a thin layer covering the platter surface.
03 - Use cucumber slices to form two overlapping equilateral triangles, creating a six-pointed Star of David. Adjust to maintain clear geometric shapes.
04 - Arrange cherry tomatoes, sliced bell peppers, and shredded cabbage in the triangular sections, alternating colors for visual contrast.
05 - Place crumbled feta, halved Kalamata olives, optional capers, and toasted pine nuts along the star’s edges and points to enhance texture and appearance.
06 - Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
07 - Drizzle dressing evenly over the assembled salad just prior to serving or present on the side.
08 - Present immediately to preserve freshness and vibrant visual impact.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper that requires zero cooking skills but looks like you spent hours in the kitchen
  • Every bite bursts with fresh, crisp vegetables and the perfect tangy dressing
  • It celebrates heritage and meaning while being completely adaptable to what you have on hand
  • The vibrant colors make it feel like you're eating something both joyful and nourishing
02 -
  • Prep all your vegetables at least 2 hours before arranging if possible. This gives you time to pat them dry and chill them, which keeps them crisp throughout the event
  • The dressing needs to be emulsified or it will separate. Whisk it really well, and if you're making it ahead, whisk it again right before serving
  • Don't arrange this more than 45 minutes before serving. Vegetables release water, and you want the greens to stay perky and the colors to stay bright
  • If you want to make this completely stress-free, arrange everything except the dressing the night before, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Just add the dressing right before guests arrive
03 -
  • Invest in a good mandoline or sharp knife—uniformly sliced vegetables are what separate a beautiful platter from an ordinary one
  • Keep your ingredients cold until the last moment. I even chill my platter in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling
  • The Star of David doesn't need to be perfect. Some of the most beautiful versions I've made have been a little wobbly. Your intention matters more than precision
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