Citric Acid Free Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Fresh lemon juice and zest do the heavy lifting here, delivering that bright, tangy flavor you'd expect from a citrus-forward dip without relying on any processed citric acid additives. For anyone navigating labels and trying to avoid that sneaky additive, this kind of homemade dip is a breath of fresh air — you know exactly what went into the bowl. Sunflower seed butter brings a rich, nutty creaminess that pairs beautifully with crisp celery, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil gives the whole thing a silky, cohesive texture. A pinch of sea salt and black pepper round it out so the dip tastes layered and satisfying rather than flat. It comes together in minutes with just a bowl and a spoon, making it an effortless snack or appetizer that doesn't feel like a compromise. Whether you're dipping or spreading, the combination of crunchy celery and creamy, zesty sunflower butter is genuinely hard to put down.
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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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