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    Home » Game Day Recipes

    Game Day Veggie Tray

    Posted January 26, 2017 (last updated November 20, 2018) by Wendy Polisi

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    This Game Day Veggie Tray is a fun way to serve vegetables for your next football party! It is a great way to make healthy eating fun.
    I think one of the best things about time is the new perspective it brings.

    There was a point in my life where I started every year with a diet, determined to get rid of unwanted pounds. I would suffer from hunger for a few weeks until finally, I would give up. Inevitably, I'd head for the next bowl of creamy pasta or bag of chips I could get my hands on.

    Now that I'm a older more mature, I've come to see health as a marathon, not a sprint. Crazy plans that I can't stick to have no place in my life. They may get results in the short run, but in the long run, they leave me defeated, frustrated and feeling bad about myself.


    These days, it is about making small decisions every day for a healthier me. This is as simple is taking a short walk after lunch, choosing a salad instead of a huge sandwich or making better decisions about what to serve when entertaining.

    Luckily, with the chaos of the holidays behind us, it is easier to make good decisions this time of year. Friends and family are abandoning formal gatherings and returning the relaxed, casual entertaining.

    This is my kind of entertaining!


    I have been as guilty as anyone with using entertaining - or weekends in general - as an excuse to ignore the health goals I've set for myself.

    This year, I have vowed to be more consistent with my goals. I'm using Marzetti® Veggie Dips to help me do it! We love the Marzetti® Spicy Avocado, Marzetti® Dill and Marzetti® Light Ranch.


    Whether it is a casual get-together with kids or a football party, a vegetable tray is always perfect. Of course, a veggie tray isn’t complete without a phenomenal creamy dip.

    Marzetti® Veggie Dips fit the bill.

    They are the perfect way to jazz up resolution-friendly vegetables in a tasty way that everyone will love!


    I love how Marzetti® Veggie Dips enhance the freshness, flavor, and goodness of veggies. They turn vegetables into something that guests will come back to for seconds.

    (And they can do so guilt-free!)

    Since we are preparing for our big Super Bowl bash, I thought it would be fun to create a football inspired veggie tray. The boys got such a kick out of this Football Veggie Tray. I know if it inspired them to eat veggies it will inspire my guests too!

    GIVEAWAY:

    I’m giving away a $50 Visa Gift Card to one lucky winner!

    Leave a comment below about which Marzetti® Veggie Dip you would like to try (Marzetti® Spicy Avocado, Marzetti® Dill or Marzetti® Light Ranch) for a chance to win!

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The Marzetti® Brand. The opinions and text are all mine.

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Lisa Brown

      January 27, 2017 at 11:17 am

      I would like to try the Marzetti Spicy Avocado dip, yum 🙂
      jslbrown2009 at aol dot com

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    2. eliza elliott

      January 27, 2017 at 6:00 pm

      I want to try the Marzetti Light ranch so I can enjoy it without the guilt! truckredford(at)gmail(Dot) com

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    3. tara pittman

      January 28, 2017 at 2:15 am

      That spicy avocado looks so yummy. It would help me to eat lots of veggies.

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    4. Melanie Smith

      January 28, 2017 at 3:00 am

      That is such a great way to stay healthy that big day. Love it so much!

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    5. susitravl

      January 28, 2017 at 4:49 am

      I want to try the Spicy Avocado!!

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    6. Sarah Bailey

      January 28, 2017 at 5:34 am

      For me, vegetable salad will never taste good without a dressing or a dip. It is also depending on the brand of the dips. Your Football Veggie Tray really looks good and the video as well.

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    7. Jenn @ EngineerMommy

      January 28, 2017 at 12:40 pm

      We can't wait for the Big Game. This tray sounds like the perfect addition to any game day celebration. These veggies look delicious!

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    8. Julie Wood

      January 28, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      I want to try the Marzetti® Light Ranch! It sounds so delicious!

      jewelwood55(at)gmail(dot)com

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    9. Terri Ramsey Beavers

      January 28, 2017 at 3:29 pm

      This is really cute. I love that it's packed full of healthy veggies instead of junk food.

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    10. Debra Schroeder

      January 28, 2017 at 5:12 pm

      LOVE your football field vegetable tray. I'm going to have to borrow this idea. Although, I may stock it with cookies instead. LOL 🙂

      Reply
    11. Mai C.

      January 31, 2017 at 4:49 am

      I enjoy veggie trays because I'm a huge fan of veggies (and good dips)! I've never tried this brand of dips before and it would be nice to try these lovely flavors out!

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    12. Evie B.

      January 31, 2017 at 5:18 pm

      Marzetti Light Ranch for me. I love ranch flavored dips.

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    13. Wendy Lee

      February 01, 2017 at 3:01 am

      This is a great spread for any function. I love veggie trays! You did a great job!

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    14. Robin Rue

      February 01, 2017 at 3:21 pm

      That is a great idea for my superbowl party this weekend! Love veggie platters!

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    15. Azlin Bloor

      February 01, 2017 at 4:30 pm

      Everything looks just awesome, the vegetarians won't be missing out! I love all the dip flavours!

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    16. Nellwyn

      February 01, 2017 at 6:35 pm

      It's great to see a recipe for a Super Bowl party that is on the healthy side of things! It's so cute how you made the veggies look like a football

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    17. Jennifer Parker-Gilbert

      February 01, 2017 at 6:53 pm

      I love Marzetti dip! I'll have to try the spicy avocado. Your veggie tray looks really creative and cute!

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    18. Joely Smith

      February 01, 2017 at 11:21 pm

      Love the way you laid this out! The carrot football in the middle! Great detailing too! We use those dips and they are really good!

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    19. Janine Waite

      February 02, 2017 at 5:12 am

      Wendy, these look so delicious and your photos make them look even tastier! The avocado ranch sounds like a great pairing. I'll have to look for these in the grocery store. Thanks!

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    20. Karlyn Cruz

      February 02, 2017 at 9:45 am

      I don't really love veggies but is this so lovely? I should try to make eating veggies a habit.

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    21. Victoria Heckstall

      February 02, 2017 at 9:46 am

      Veggies! I love the tray and the dip. looks really good for me!

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    22. Karlyn Cruz

      February 02, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      I don't really love veggies but is this so lovely? I should try to make eating veggies a habit.

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    23. Vibeke-TheVikingAbroad

      February 02, 2017 at 3:13 pm

      That is such a great idea, I have seen a lot of game-day unhealthy snacks but this one is so healthy. Looks so good as well. I havent really celebrated game day as I am not American, but it would be so much fun 😀

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    24. Dhemz Apdian - Dias

      February 03, 2017 at 3:00 am

      Now that's looks pretty fancy and cute. Very creative! Thanks for sharing!
      http://www.gregdemcydias.com

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    25. Mai C.

      February 03, 2017 at 6:56 am

      Veggie trays are great in parties, they're not as fatty as the other dishes and there are so many dips that you can serve with them. i've never tried this brand before, but i sure would love to.

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    26. Michelle Kneece Waller

      February 03, 2017 at 4:48 pm

      I love all the dips from Marzetti! They make the perfect additions to any veggie tray!

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    27. Wanderlust Vegans

      February 03, 2017 at 10:22 pm

      That veggie tray looks great. Everyone seems to be ready for the super bowl! Have a fantastic weekend!

      Reply
    28. Brandi Kennedy

      February 03, 2017 at 10:26 pm

      Vegetable platters are one of my favorite party foods actually. I'm one of those weird people who really really likes veggies - but I'm normal enough to love them even more when dunked into something delicious. If I were trying a Marzetti dip, I'd like the ranch best, I think - when we have veggies with dip, we usually just use ranch or honey mustard salad dressing, so I'm sure I'd love the thicker texture of an actual dip.

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    29. Jenna VanHoof

      February 04, 2017 at 1:05 am

      Amazing veggie tray, the spicy avocado ranch sounds delicious!!
      Veggie trays are so easy too! Great tip for game days!!

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    30. Cindy Nicoletti

      February 04, 2017 at 2:46 am

      Great articles. I am such a fan of avocado so I know I would love it. Great giveaway

      Reply
    31. Fatima Torres

      February 04, 2017 at 4:36 am

      Deliciousness on a platter! I'm addicted to dressing and veggies

      Reply
    32. Donna

      February 08, 2017 at 8:11 am

      This is a great idea to add a healthy element to party food!!! Cute design too, thx for sharing!

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    33. Katja Knox

      February 08, 2017 at 9:20 am

      That looks like a brilliant platter! I'm a carnivore for lyfe but could totally see making this to accompany some lean meats. Also, helps with my veggie friends 🙂
      Katja xxx
      http://www.katnapped.com

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    34. Lynnette Davis

      February 10, 2017 at 1:35 pm

      I love this game day healthy snack idea! I missed it in time for the Super Bowl but luckily there's always next year.

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    35. Joyce | Live Laugh Love Post

      February 16, 2017 at 2:41 am

      Yeah!! PARRIOTS WON!! My husband and sons are not big fan of veggies. To me, I am veggie lover! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

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