Bouncing between activities and events this summer is bound to lead to bouts of hunger. To help keep your loved ones going amidst the hustle and bustle of pool days, baseball games, and road trips, turn to filling snacks that curb appetites.
Fresh, nutritious produce can transform afternoon pick-me-ups into moments of celebration. For example, celery offers exceptional sweetness, crispiness, and consistency paired with peanut butter and grapes. A familiar, kid-friendly favorite, this sweet-and-savory combination provides a pleasing crunch from lightly toasted bread, celery, and grapes topped with soft, warm peanut butter.
Fit for sharing with family and friends, Dill Pickle Dip is ready with the snap of a finger so you can serve a crowd without the hassle. Serve with crackers and celery for an easy solution whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, tagging along for a tailgate or enjoying a slow afternoon with your nearest and dearest.
These simple snacks and more delicious summer dishes can be at the heart of your menu when made with fresh-cut vegetables. Marking a century of leadership in celery innovation, family farming, industry leadership, and sustainable growth, it’s spent six generations refining its approach to growing, harvesting, and delivering high-quality fresh produce.
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Peanut Butter Toast with Celery and Grapes
Recipe courtesy of “Floating Kitchen” on behalf of Duda Farm Fresh Foods
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 2 minutes
Servings: 2
- 2-3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 2 slices cinnamon-raisin bread, toasted
- 5-6 seedless red grapes, halved
- 1-2 celery sticks, sliced diagonal
- 1 tablespoon granola
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- kale, mustard greens or arugula (optional)
Spread peanut butter evenly over surface of toasted bread.
Top with grapes and sliced celery.
Sprinkle with granola and drizzle with maple syrup. Top with kale, mustard greens, or arugula, if desired.
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Dill Pickle Dip
Recipe courtesy of “Laughing Spatula” on behalf of Duda Farm Fresh Foods
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely chopped, plus additional for garnish
- 1/4 cup Dandy Celery, finely chopped, plus additional for garnish
- 3 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- crackers, for serving
- Dandy Celery Dippers, for serving
Breadcrumb Topping:
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 3 tablespoons panko crumbs
Allow cream cheese to soften about 20 minutes outside of refrigerator.
While cream cheese is softening, prepare breadcrumb topping. In a pan over medium heat, stir butter and breadcrumbs until fully combined. Breadcrumbs will toast in 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat once toasted, as desired.
In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup pickles, 1/4 cup celery, pickle juice, dill, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Transfer to serving bowl.
Before serving, sprinkle dip with cooled, toasted breadcrumbs, and additional pickles and celery. Serve with crackers and celery dippers.
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