Gut Friendly Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Crisp, cool celery paired with a bright, tangy dip is one of those snack combinations that feels both effortless and genuinely satisfying. The lemon sunflower butter comes together in a single bowl — just sunflower seed butter, fresh lemon juice, zest, olive oil, and a pinch of seasoning — making it as simple to prepare as it is delicious. Sunflower seed butter is a fantastic alternative to nut-based spreads, and using an unsweetened variety with no added sugar keeps things clean and easy on the digestive system. The olive oil adds a subtle richness while helping the dip reach that perfectly smooth, spreadable texture. Lemon zest is the quiet hero here, lifting the whole flavor profile with a citrusy brightness that makes every bite feel fresh. This kind of snack is ideal when you want something that feels nourishing rather than heavy, and it travels well in a container for meal prep or on-the-go eating.
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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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