Fresh Veggie Sticks Snack Easy Recipe for a Wholesome Crunch
A quick and easy fresh veggie sticks snack that is colorful, crunchy, and wholesome. Perfect for potlucks, lunches, or a healthy treat for kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- Celery stalks, washed and sliced into sticks
- English cucumbers, sliced into sticks
- Bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), deseeded and cut into strips
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- Snap peas, trimmed
- Radishes, thinly sliced or cut into sticks
- Fresh herbs like parsley or dill for garnish (optional)
- Hummus for dipping (store-bought or homemade)
- Greek yogurt dip blended with lemon juice, garlic, and herbs
- Ranch dressing (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly to keep them fresh and crisp.
- Peel carrots and slice into sticks about 3-4 inches long and roughly 1/4 inch thick.
- Trim celery stalks and cut into similar-sized sticks, removing any stringy fibers.
- Slice cucumbers into sticks matching the carrot size; peel if using regular cucumbers.
- Deseed bell peppers and cut into strips about 3 inches long.
- Halve cherry tomatoes and trim snap peas if included.
- Slice radishes thinly or into sticks for a peppery bite.
- Arrange all veggie sticks neatly on a serving platter, grouping by color or type.
- Place dips in small bowls around the platter.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Soak veggie sticks in ice water for 15 minutes before serving to keep them extra crisp. Avoid cutting veggies too thin to prevent limpness. Store leftover sticks in an airtight container with a damp paper towel in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
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