# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 18 cherry tomatoes
02 - 18 pitted black olives
03 - 2 medium cucumbers
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
06 - 1 cup broccoli florets
→ Cheese
07 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
→ Garnishes
08 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
# Method Steps:
01 - Slice cucumbers into ½-inch thick rounds and arrange evenly on a large serving platter to create the base.
02 - Distribute baby spinach leaves and broccoli florets around the cucumber slices to simulate lush garden foliage.
03 - Cut each cherry tomato in half; place one half, cut side down, atop individual cucumber slices.
04 - Slice black olives in half and affix one half to each tomato using toothpicks to represent ladybug heads.
05 - Using a toothpick dipped in balsamic glaze, dot the tomato halves to mimic spots or alternatively sprinkle black sesame seeds.
06 - Place mini mozzarella balls next to some ladybugs and arrange yellow bell pepper strips to simulate garden pathways.
07 - Sprinkle chopped fresh chives across the platter to create a grassy effect.
08 - Carefully remove all toothpicks before serving to ensure safe consumption.
