Farmstand Vegetables & Assorted Dips

Mar 03, 2026

Farmstand Vegetables & Assorted Dips (V,V2,AVG)

Elevate your 2026 Kentucky Derby party with this official Farmstand Vegetables and Assorted Dips platter served onsite at Churchill Downs. Designed to celebrate the freshness of spring, this vibrant Derby Day appetizer features heirloom cherry tomatoes, sweet mini peppers, baby heirloom carrots, broccolini, English cucumber, celery, Greek olives, and house quick pickled cauliflower.

Paired with traditional hummus, lemon sweet pea hummus, and a classic buttermilk herb dip, this colorful vegetable board delivers bold flavor and Southern hospitality in every bite. Perfect for a Kentucky Derby party menu, Kentucky Oaks brunch, or elegant Derby Day grazing table, this shareable appetizer brings together garden fresh ingredients and timeless entertaining style inspired by the Kentucky Derby experience.

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Vegetables

• 1 head cauliflower (cut into florets)
• 1 lb sweet mini peppers
• 1 cup mixed Greek olives
• 10 oz celery sticks (with some leaves)
• 1 English cucumber
• 16 oz baby heirloom carrots
• 10 oz grilled broccolini
• 16 oz heirloom cherry tomatoes

Quick Pickled Cauliflower

• 1 cup vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp mustard seed

1.        Simmer brine, pour over cauliflower, chill 4 hrs.

Traditional Hummus

• 2 cans chickpeas, drained
• ⅓ cup tahini
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves
• ¼ cup olive oil

1.        Blend smooth.

Lemon Sweet Pea Hummus

• 2 cups frozen peas (blanched)
• 1 can chickpeas
• ¼ cup tahini
• Zest + juice 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil

1.        Blend smooth.

Buttermilk Herb Dip

• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup buttermilk
• 2 tbsp chopped dill
• 2 tbsp chives
• 1 tbsp parsley
• Salt & pepper

1.        Blend until it is consistent.

Method

1.        Arrange all vegetables beautifully on platter or Boos board

2.        Serve with hummus and dips on side

V = Vegetarian 

V2 = Vegan 

AVG = Avoiding Gluten