Cinnamon Free Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Crisp celery and a bright, creamy dip make for a snack that feels both refreshing and satisfying without any fuss. The sunflower seed butter base is naturally rich and nutty, and the fresh lemon juice and zest lift it into something genuinely craveable — tangy, smooth, and a little savory all at once. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil rounds out the texture and gives the dip a silky finish that pairs perfectly with the cool crunch of the celery. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, store-bought dips and flavored nut butters can be a minefield of hidden seasonings, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. The whole thing comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a spoon — no cooking required. It works equally well as a quick afternoon snack, a party platter addition, or a light appetizer that doesn't require any apology.
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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.
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