Field Trip Snack Cups (Print Version)

Portable snack cups featuring creamy hummus and crisp fresh veggies, perfect for easy, protein-rich snacking.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Steps:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cool running water. Peel the carrot and cut into uniform sticks approximately 3 inches long. Cut cucumber into similar-sized sticks. Seed and slice bell peppers into strips. Trim snap peas and leave cherry tomatoes whole.
02 - Divide hummus equally among 6 small lidded containers or jars, distributing approximately 0.25 cup per container.
03 - Stand vegetable sticks upright in each container with the hummus base, creating a colorful assortment that allows easy access for dipping.
04 - Cover containers with lids and refrigerate until ready to consume. Use within 2 days for optimal freshness and vegetable crispness.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • They come together in under 15 minutes, so even on rushed mornings you're not scrambling for breakfast or snack ideas.
  • The hummus keeps everything moist while the veggies stay crisp, creating that satisfying crunch that makes eating feel intentional rather than mindless.
  • Kids actually want to eat these because they feel like a special treat, not something forced into their lunchbox.
02 -
  • Pat your vegetables dry after washing, or the moisture will make everything slip and slide in the cup—I learned this the embarrassing way when a tomato rolled across a car seat.
  • If you're prepping these more than a few hours ahead, keep the harder vegetables like carrots and peppers separate from the softer tomatoes, then assemble just before packing.
03 -
  • Use truly fresh vegetables—the crispness is what makes these feel special and appealing, so don't skip the farmers market when you can.
  • Invest in good lidded containers that actually seal; it keeps everything fresher and prevents leaks when you're tossing them in a bag.
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