Carrot and Apple Sticks
Fresh slices of carrot and apple are a simple, healthy snack. A crunchy combo with a hint of apple sweetness.
- Time
- 2 min
- Serving
- 97 kcal
- Ingredients
- ≈ $0.57
- Protein
- 2 g
Ingredients
- 1 Carrots≈ $1.50 per kg 100 g
- 2 Apples≈ $3.50 per kg 120 g
Grey rows are pantry staples: salt, oil, spices. They are not counted in the serving price.
Method
Tips
- Why it works
- Cut sticks to 0.8–1 cm so they fit easily in a child’s mouth and stay crisp for longer.
- Substitutions
- Use 100g pear instead of apple for a milder taste; swap carrots for cucumber if preferred.
- Common mistakes
- Overcutting makes sticks soft. Check size before serving; smell for fermentation if left out too long.
- Storing and reheating
- Eat fresh or store in an airtight container for 2 days; rinse before serving if wilted.
- Serve with
- Pair with 10g peanut butter for protein or serve alongside yogurt for a balanced snack.
In short
- Marked healthy: the planner picks it more often for the goals “lose weight” and “eat well”.
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