Xanthan Gum Free Whole30 Apple Slices with Sunflower Butter
Crisp, juicy apple wedges paired with a creamy, savory-sweet sunflower butter dip make for one of those snacks that feels indulgent but is completely wholesome. The sunflower seed butter gets a quick stir with ground cinnamon and a pinch of sea salt, transforming it into a dip that's genuinely hard to stop eating. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps the slices looking bright and fresh if you're prepping ahead — a small step that makes a real difference. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of thickeners and stabilizers, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden additives that can sneak into nut and seed butters. Just make sure your sunflower seed butter lists seeds as the only ingredient, and you're good to go. It's the kind of no-cook snack that comes together in minutes and works just as well for an afternoon pick-me-up as it does for a lunchbox or party spread.
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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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