Nitrate & Nitrite Free Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Crisp, cool celery paired with a bright, citrusy dip is one of those snacks that feels effortless yet genuinely satisfying. The lemon sunflower butter comes together in minutes — just sunflower seed butter, fresh lemon juice and zest, olive oil, and a pinch of sea salt whisked into a smooth, creamy spread. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from preservatives and curing agents, which means no label-scanning anxiety and no compromise on clean eating. Sunflower seed butter is a fantastic alternative to nut-based dips, delivering a rich, slightly nutty flavor that the lemon zest lifts into something really special. The olive oil loosens the texture just enough to make it perfect for dipping or spreading right onto the stalk. It's an ideal snack plate for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their food, and it comes together with nothing more than a bowl and a spoon.
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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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