Iron Throne Veggie Centerpiece
Description
A Swede Dish Take on Royal Presentation
This centerpiece blends playful Nordic carving with creamy dill Skyr dip, turning humble roots into a feast fit for kings, dragons... or hungry little Vikings.
Ingredients
Roasted Throne Spears
Skyr Dill Ranch Dip
For Assembly
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
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Peel and cut root vegetables into long, jagged spear shapes, about 4โ6 inches long. Vary heights for a wild, throne-like silhouette.
2. Roast the Veggie Spears
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Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
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Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Roast for 30โ35 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and just tender (not too softโyou want them to stand upright).
3. Make the Skyr Ranch Dip
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Whisk together all dip ingredients in a bowl. Chill while the veggies roast.
4. Assemble the Throne
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Spoon dip generously into the center of the hollowed bread round or wooden bowl.
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Insert roasted veggies upright into the dip, fanning outward like throne blades.
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Use shorter pieces in the front, taller ones in back.
5. Garnish & Dramatize
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Tuck fresh herbs around the base.
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For a spooky effect, drizzle beet purรฉe down the throne like blood.
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Serve with crispbread โswordsโ or roasted flatbread shards for extra drama.
Note
Swede Dish Tips
- For a milder flavor, sub rutabaga with sweet potato or golden beet
- Serve warm or at room temp
- Add marbled โdragon eggsโ around the base for extra flair
- Perfect for fall gatherings, fantasy-themed parties, or as a conversation-starting veggie platter
