Pregnancy Friendly Celery Sticks with Lemon Sunflower Butter
Crunchy, fresh celery paired with a bright, citrusy dip is exactly the kind of snack that feels both satisfying and genuinely nourishing. The lemon sunflower butter comes together in minutes — just stir sunflower seed butter with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper until silky smooth. Sunflower seed butter is a fantastic peanut- and tree-nut-free alternative that still delivers healthy fats and a rich, creamy texture, making it a smart choice when you're being more mindful about what goes into your body. The olive oil adds a subtle depth while helping the dip reach that perfect, spreadable consistency. Everything here is straightforward and whole-food based, so you know exactly what you're eating — no mystery ingredients or overly processed additives to second-guess. It's an easy snack to prep ahead and keep in the fridge, ready to grab whenever a craving hits. Light, zesty, and genuinely delicious, this one earns a permanent spot in the snack rotation.
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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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