Artificial Flavors Free Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Crisp, cool celery paired with a bright, citrusy dip is one of those snack combinations that feels effortless yet genuinely satisfying. The lemon sunflower butter comes together in minutes using just a handful of real, whole ingredients — sunflower seed butter, fresh lemon juice, zest, olive oil, and a pinch of sea salt. No flavor packets, no mystery extracts, no store-bought dip with a suspiciously long ingredient list to decode. Everything here is exactly what it says it is, which makes it a great go-to when you're trying to keep snacks clean and straightforward. The lemon zest adds a punchy, aromatic lift that makes the dip taste far more complex than the prep time would suggest. It works equally well as a dip or spread, so you can pile it into the celery stalks or just drag them straight through the bowl. Simple, fresh, and genuinely craveable.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 bunch celery (about 10–12 stalks)
For the lemon sunflower butter
- ½ cup sunflower seed butter (unsweetened, no added sugar)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp water, to thin (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Wash and dry the celery stalks, trim the ends, and cut each stalk into 4-inch sticks. Arrange on a serving plate or in a container.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl, combine the sunflower seed butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!