Emerald City Green Board (Print out)

A vibrant snack board featuring crisp apples, zesty limes, savory pesto, and briny green olives.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 2 Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced
02 - 2 limes, sliced into rounds or wedges

→ Condiments

03 - 1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade; basil or arugula recommended)

→ Snacks

04 - 1 cup green olives (Castelvetrano or Manzanilla), pitted

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and dry the Granny Smith apples and limes thoroughly.
02 - Cut the apples into thin slices and arrange them evenly across the serving board.
03 - Cut limes into rounds or wedges and position them between the apple slices for a fresh, green contrast.
04 - Spoon the pesto into a small bowl and place it on the board for dipping.
05 - Scatter the pitted green olives around the apples and limes to fill gaps and introduce texture.
06 - Present immediately to preserve the brightness and crispness of the ingredients.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, which means you can actually entertain without stress.
  • The tartness and richness play off each other in a way that keeps people reaching back for more.
  • It doubles as both a conversation starter and a genuinely good-for-you snack board.
02 -
  • A light brush of lime juice on the apple slices is your secret weapon against browning—this actually taught me to always have fresh citrus on hand.
  • The board tastes best when all the components are cold, so chill your pesto bowl beforehand if you have time.
03 -
  • Keep your knife sharp and dip it in warm water between slices to get the cleanest cuts on apples.
  • Buy the best pesto you can find or make it fresh if you have basil growing—it's the main flavor carrier here.
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