Summer Snacks Veggie Cups (Printable Version)

Fresh veggie cups with a creamy Greek yogurt-based dip, perfect for light, colorful summer bites.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced into sticks
03 - 1 cup carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
04 - 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), sliced into strips
05 - 1 cup celery, cut into sticks

→ Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

06 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
07 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
10 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
11 - 1 teaspoon dried chives
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly, peel carrots as needed, and cut into sticks or bite-sized pieces ensuring uniform sizing for even presentation.
02 - Arrange an assortment of fresh vegetables in clear plastic or glass cups for individual servings, creating an appealing color contrast.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until achieving a smooth and creamy consistency.
04 - Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of ranch dip into the bottom of each veggie cup, or serve the dip separately in a bowl alongside the cups.
05 - Refrigerate until ready to serve and enjoy cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look impressive enough for unexpected guests but take only twenty minutes to pull together.
  • The tangy Greek yogurt dip tastes indulgent without the guilt, and it's actually good for you.
  • You can prep everything ahead, so it's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or those moments when you need healthy finger food fast.
02 -
  • Greek yogurt can sometimes have a strong tang that surprises people—taste your dip and adjust the lemon juice and salt to balance it before serving.
  • If you prep these more than a couple of hours ahead, pat the cut vegetables dry again before adding them to the cups, because excess moisture will make everything soggy.
03 -
  • If the dip seems too thick, loosen it with a tablespoon of water or a squeeze more lemon juice until it reaches the consistency you want.
  • Always taste the dip before serving and adjust the salt—Greek yogurt's tanginess can hide salt, so you often need more than you expect.
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