Description
Enjoy the perfect snack combination of crisp carrot sticks and creamy hummus. This vibrant duo not only satisfies your cravings but also brings a burst of flavor to any occasion. Whether it’s a picnic, game night, or a healthy afternoon treat, these carrot sticks with hummus are sure to impress. Easy to prepare and customize, this snack is a guilt-free way to indulge in deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium fresh carrots, peeled and cut into 3–4 inch sticks
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade hummus
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your carrots by washing and peeling them. Cut them into uniform sticks for easy dipping.
- In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic until smooth. Add water if necessary for desired consistency.
- Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Arrange the carrot sticks on a platter and serve alongside the bowl of hummus. Drizzle olive oil over the hummus before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 carrot sticks (85g) with 2 tbsp hummus (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an extra crunch, soak carrot sticks in cold water for 30 minutes before serving. Customize your hummus by adding roasted garlic or spices like paprika for different flavor profiles. Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.