Mustard Free Cilantro-Lime Carrot & White Bean Snack Box

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

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Mustard Free Cilantro-Lime Carrot & White Bean Snack Box

Bright, zesty, and genuinely satisfying, this snack box is the kind of thing you'll want to meal prep on Sunday so it's ready to grab all week. The creamy white bean dip comes together in a food processor with olive oil, fresh lime juice, garlic, cumin, and turmeric — no store-bought condiments, no hidden spice blends, just clean, simple ingredients you can trust. That matters more than it sounds, because packaged dips and sauces are notorious for sneaking in mustard as a flavor booster or emulsifier, making this homemade version a genuinely smart swap. The cilantro-lime drizzle spooned over the top adds a pop of herby freshness that makes the whole thing feel far more special than your average desk lunch. Crisp carrot sticks are the perfect vehicle — sturdy enough to scoop, sweet enough to balance the savory, garlicky dip. A pinch of red pepper flakes on top is optional but highly recommended if you like a little heat. Make two boxes at once and you've got snacks covered for days.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the white bean dip

1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or navy), drained and rinsed
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the cilantro-lime drizzle

¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, loosely packed
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 pinch salt

For the snack box

4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1
Peel the carrots and cut them into sticks roughly 3–4 inches long and ½ inch wide. Divide evenly between two snack boxes or containers and set aside.
2
Add the drained white beans, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to a food processor. Process until smooth and creamy, about 60 seconds, scraping down the sides once halfway through. If the dip is thicker than you'd like, add water 1 tsp at a time and pulse until it reaches a spreadable consistency.

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