Introduction

These veggie cups are a fresh, colorful snack that’s perfect for parties, lunches, or healthy snacking anytime. Crisp vegetables stand upright in little cups with a creamy seasoned dip at the bottom. Easy to assemble and even easier to eat, these cups bring bright flavors and wholesome crunch to your table.

Three clear square cups filled with a white creamy dip at the bottom, standing on a white marbled surface. Each cup holds a colorful variety of fresh vegetable sticks and whole cherry tomatoes arranged vertically. The vegetables include bright orange carrot sticks, green celery sticks, dark green cucumber sticks, and yellow bell pepper strips, creating a vibrant mix of colors. The cherry tomatoes are deep red, some stacked on small wooden skewers placed in the front of the cups. A blurred white plate with more sliced vegetables is in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

For the Dip:

Sour cream (quantity as preferred, about ½ cup)
Mayonnaise (about ½ cup)
Dried onion (1 teaspoon)
Bon Appétit or Beau Monde seasoning (1 teaspoon)
Dill weed (1 teaspoon)

For the Veggies & Cups:

Snap peas (a handful)
Bell peppers, sliced (1 large pepper)
Celery sticks (2-3 stalks)
Cucumber sticks (1 small cucumber)
Carrot sticks (2 medium carrots)
Grape tomatoes (a handful)
3.5 oz appetizer cups (enough for 3–4 servings)

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.

Step 2: Add dried onion, Bon Appétit (or Beau Monde) seasoning, and dill weed; stir well to blend.

Step 3: Spoon a couple of tablespoons of the dip into the bottom of each appetizer cup.

Step 4: Wash and prepare the vegetables: cut bell peppers, celery, cucumber, and carrots into sticks; leave snap peas whole.

Step 5: Arrange the veggies and grape tomatoes upright in each cup, distributing colors and textures evenly.

Step 6: Serve immediately or chill briefly for a cool, refreshing snack.

Storage

Store any leftover veggie cups covered in the refrigerator and consume within 1 day for best freshness. The vegetables may release moisture over time, making the dip thinner, so it’s best enjoyed soon after assembly. Leftover dip can be stored separately in an airtight container for up to 3 days and stirred well before serving.

FAQs

Can I use other vegetables in these cups?

Yes, feel free to add or substitute with vegetables like radishes, cherry tomatoes, zucchini sticks, or snap pea pods depending on your preferences and seasonality.

How far ahead can I prepare these veggie cups?

To maintain crispness, it’s best to prepare and assemble the cups shortly before serving. You can prepare the dip and cut vegetables a few hours in advance and assemble just before your event.