Legume Free Whole30 Apple Slices with Sunflower Butter
Crisp, sweet apple wedges paired with a creamy, savory dip make for one of those snacks that feels indulgent but is genuinely wholesome. Sunflower seed butter does all the heavy lifting here — it's rich and nutty-tasting without any actual nuts or legumes, which means no peanut butter, no almond butter, and none of the cross-contamination concerns that come with them. A pinch of sea salt and a dusting of cinnamon stirred right into the dip take it from simple to seriously craveable. The optional squeeze of lemon juice keeps the apple slices looking fresh and bright, which is a small touch that makes a real difference if you're prepping ahead. This is the kind of snack that works just as well on a busy weekday afternoon as it does on a weekend grazing board. Just make sure your sunflower seed butter label reads clean — no added sugar, no sneaky oils — and you're good to go.
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2 servings
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and sliced into wedges
- ¼ cup sunflower seed butter (no added sugar or oil)
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 1–2 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Core and slice the apples into even wedges, about 8–10 slices per apple. If not serving immediately, toss the slices with the lemon juice, if using, to prevent browning.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the sunflower seed butter, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
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