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Some days you want something crunchy and satisfying without reaching for chips or crackers. That is where this simple snack comes in. Crisp celery sticks are dipped into a creamy chive cottage cheese spread, then finished with everything bagel seasoning for a savory bite that tastes like a treat.
We love this snack because it takes about ten minutes and uses only a handful of ingredients you can find at any grocery store. There is no cooking, no oven, and no special equipment. Just a cutting board, a bowl, and a fork.
Why Celery and Cottage Cheese Work Well Together
Celery is mostly water and fiber, so it adds crunch and volume with very few carbohydrates. Cottage cheese brings protein, which helps the snack feel more filling than a plate of plain vegetables. Together they make a snack that can fit nicely into a diabetes meal plan, especially when you want something between meals.
We use low-fat (2%) cottage cheese here. It keeps the fat lower while still giving you a thick, creamy texture. Mash it briefly so it spreads easily into the celery grooves.
Choosing the Right Ingredients
Cottage cheese: Look for plain, with no added fruit or sweeteners. Check the label for added sugar.
Everything bagel seasoning: Most store brands blend garlic, onion, sesame, poppy seeds, and salt. Some blends contain sugar, so read the label and pick one without it.
Fresh chives: They add a mild onion flavor and bright green color. Snipping them with kitchen scissors is quick and easy.
Lemon juice: A little brightens the dip and makes the cottage cheese taste fresher.
Making It Part of Your Day
This snack works well as a mid-morning or afternoon bite, or as a light evening snack when you need something to hold you over. Pair it with a glass of water or unsweetened iced tea. Portion the dip into small bowls ahead of time so you are not eating straight from the container.
Want more variety? Try cucumber sticks or bell pepper strips in place of celery, or add a pinch of dried dill to the dip. Each change keeps the snack low in carbs and sugar while adding new flavor.
Enjoy this one with the people you love, or keep a jar of the dip in the fridge for busy days. We hope it becomes a simple go-to in your kitchen.
The recipe
Everything Bagel Celery Sticks with Chive Cottage Cheese Dip
10 min 6.8g net carbs per serving
6.8g
Ingredients
4 servings
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Instructions
Trim the celery
Rinse the celery stalks well and pat them dry. Trim off the bottom ends and any leafy tops, then cut each stalk into 4-inch sticks.
Make the dip
Add the cottage cheese, lemon juice, and black pepper to a small bowl. Stir or mash with a fork for about 1 minute until mostly smooth. Fold in 1 tablespoon of the chives.
Season and top
Spoon the dip into a shallow dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning and the remaining chives over the top.
Serve
Arrange the celery sticks on a plate next to the dip. Dip each stick into the cottage cheese mixture and enjoy right away for the best crunch.
Kitchen tips
Dry the celery well after rinsing so the dip sticks to it instead of sliding off.
Use a fork to mash the cottage cheese for a smoother texture. A few small curds are fine.
Add the everything bagel seasoning just before serving so it stays crisp and fragrant.
Keep the dip in a small bowl and portion it out so it is easier to stop at a serving.
Storage
Store the cottage cheese dip (without the seasoning on top) in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Store celery sticks separately in a sealed bag or container with a damp paper towel for up to 5 days. Sprinkle the seasoning on just before serving. No reheating is needed.
Watching fat too? Using 2% cottage cheese keeps the fat low while still giving you a creamy dip. Skip any extra oil or cream cheese, and use a light hand with the seasoning blend. Log this meal in PancreaTrack
Nutrition is an estimate per serving. Recipes are for general information, not medical advice. Check with your care team about what fits your plan.
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Everything Bagel Celery Sticks with Chive Cottage Cheese Dip
Crisp celery sticks meet a creamy chive cottage cheese dip finished with everything bagel seasoning for a quick, savory snack.
Prep10 minTotal10 minServes4MealSnack
Per servingNet carbs6.8gTotal carbs7gFiber0.2gSugar3.6gProtein10.1gFat2.8gCalories93Sodium350mg
Ingredients (4 servings)
8 medium stalks celery trimmed and cut into 4-inch sticks
1 ½ cups low-fat cottage cheese (2%) plain, no added sugar
2 tsp everything bagel seasoning check label for no added sugar
2 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice from about 1/2 lemon
⅛ tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Trim the celery. Rinse the celery stalks well and pat them dry. Trim off the bottom ends and any leafy tops, then cut each stalk into 4-inch sticks.
Make the dip. Add the cottage cheese, lemon juice, and black pepper to a small bowl. Stir or mash with a fork for about 1 minute until mostly smooth. Fold in 1 tablespoon of the chives.
Season and top. Spoon the dip into a shallow dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning and the remaining chives over the top.
Serve. Arrange the celery sticks on a plate next to the dip. Dip each stick into the cottage cheese mixture and enjoy right away for the best crunch.
Tips
Dry the celery well after rinsing so the dip sticks to it instead of sliding off.
Use a fork to mash the cottage cheese for a smoother texture. A few small curds are fine.
Add the everything bagel seasoning just before serving so it stays crisp and fragrant.
Storage: Store the cottage cheese dip (without the seasoning on top) in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Store celery sticks separately in a sealed bag or container with a damp paper towel for up to 5 days. Sprinkle the seasoning on just before serving. No reheating is needed.
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