For Kids Bugs Company Carrots
Bring a burst of playful nutrition to snack time with "For Kids Bugs Company Carrots," a whimsical and healthy treat that's perfect for little ones! This easy, no-cook recipe transforms vibrant carrots—choose classic orange or rainbow varieties—into fun kid-friendly bundles, complete with parsley or dill "tops" for an adorable garden look. Paired with a tangy, slightly sweet Greek yogurt dip made with honey, lemon, and a hint of garlic, it’s a deliciously nutritious option that encourages creative eating. Bright cherry tomatoes add a pop of color, making the platter as visually appealing as it is tasty. Ready in just 15 minutes, this snack is ideal for picky eaters, family gatherings, or as a fun addition to any kids' party platter!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Carrots (large, orange or rainbow-colored)
- 8 pieces Cherry tomatoes (optional for added color)
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley or dill
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 piece Lemon
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.13 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots. Cut them lengthwise into thin sticks for easy snacking.
Optional: Slice the cherry tomatoes in half for added decoration or leave them whole for a pop of color.
Trim the parsley or dill into small sprigs to use as decorative carrot 'tops.'
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, juice from half a lemon, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth. This will be your dip.
Arrange the carrot sticks on a serving platter. Group 4-5 sticks together, and tuck a small sprig of parsley or dill into one end of each bundle to make it look like a cartoon carrot with leafy greens.
Decoratively scatter the cherry tomatoes around the platter, if using.
Serve with the yogurt dip on the side in a small bowl, making it an enticing, fun treat for kids!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 950 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 489 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1985 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
