Field Trip Snack Cups (Printable)

Portable cups combining creamy hummus with crisp fresh vegetables for easy, nutritious snacking anywhere.

# What You'll Need:

→ Hummus

01 - 1.5 cups hummus, store-bought or homemade

→ Fresh Vegetables

02 - 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into sticks
03 - 1 large cucumber, cut into sticks
04 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
06 - 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes

→ Optional Add-ins

08 - 0.5 cup celery sticks
09 - 0.5 cup jicama sticks

# Directions:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water. Peel carrot with a vegetable peeler. Cut carrot and cucumber into 3-inch sticks. Seed and cut bell peppers into 0.5-inch strips. Trim snap peas by removing strings from pods. Leave cherry tomatoes whole. Peel and cut celery and jicama into 3-inch sticks if using optional items.
02 - Divide hummus equally among 6 small lidded cups or jars, allocating approximately 0.25 cup per container.
03 - Stand vegetable sticks upright in each cup, positioning them directly in the hummus to create a visually appealing presentation and facilitate easy dipping during consumption.
04 - Cover all prepared snack cups with lids and refrigerate until ready to serve. Consume within 2 days for optimal freshness and vegetable crispness.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Portable and mess-free, perfect for on-the-go snacking.
  • Protein-packed with creamy hummus and fresh vegetables.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes.
  • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free for diverse dietary needs.
02 -
  • Use a variety of colorful vegetables to make the snack cups visually appealing and nutrient-rich.
  • Seal cups tightly to prevent spills and maintain freshness.
  • Prepare one day ahead to save time, but keep refrigerated.
  • Check hummus labels for allergens if using store-bought.
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