Gelatin Free Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Crisp, cool celery paired with a bright, citrusy dip is one of those snack combinations that feels both effortless and a little impressive. The sunflower seed butter base is naturally rich and creamy, and the fresh lemon juice and zest lift the whole thing with a zippy, sunny flavor that keeps you reaching for another stick. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil rounds out the dip and gives it a silky, smooth texture that clings perfectly to each stalk. Many store-bought dips and spreads contain hidden animal-derived thickeners or stabilizers, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going into every bite. Everything here is straightforward pantry and produce — just stir, taste, and adjust the consistency with a splash of water if needed. It works equally well as a quick afternoon snack, a party platter addition, or a light appetizer that disappears faster than you'd expect.
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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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