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Carrot Sticks with Sunflower Seed Butter

  • Author: Chloe

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 Medium-Large Carrots (approx. 300-350g): Choose firm, bright orange carrots. Fresher carrots offer a superior crunch and natural sweetness, which contrasts beautifully with the seed butter. Organic options are great if available.
  • 1/4 cup (approx. 64g) Sunflower Seed Butter: Opt for a natural variety, preferably unsweetened or lightly sweetened, with minimal added oils or sugars. Creamy or crunchy texture works – it’s purely personal preference. Check the label for just sunflower seeds and perhaps salt.

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Carrots: Wash the carrots thoroughly under cold running water, scrubbing gently with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt or residue. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  2. Peel (Optional): Decide whether to peel the carrots. Peeling results in a slightly smoother texture and removes any potential bitterness from the skin, which some people prefer. However, the skin contains fiber and nutrients, so leaving it on (after a good wash) is perfectly acceptable and adds nutritional value. If not peeling, you may want to trim off the very top (stem end) and the thin tip.
  3. Cut the Carrots: Trim off the ends of the carrots. Cut the carrots into uniform sticks, roughly 3-4 inches long and about 1/2 inch thick. Aim for consistency in size so they are easy to handle and dip. You can cut them crosswise into halves or thirds first, then slice each section lengthwise into sticks. Alternatively, for variety or younger children, consider cutting them into rounds (coins) or using a crinkle cutter for fun shapes.
  4. Portion the Sunflower Seed Butter: Spoon the 1/4 cup of sunflower seed butter into a small bowl or ramekin. If the oil has separated in the jar (common with natural varieties), stir it thoroughly before measuring to ensure a smooth, consistent texture.
  5. Serve: Arrange the carrot sticks on a plate or pack them into a container alongside the bowl of sunflower seed butter. Dip the carrot sticks into the sunflower seed butter and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 280

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