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The Switched-Up Version of Veggies and Dip
If you're experiencing carrot-stick-dunked-in-hummus ennui, try this twist from Los Angeles dietitian Marie Feldman. She cuts a cucumber in half, lengthwise, scoops out the seeds with a spoon and cuts each half in two, crosswise. Then, she fills the trough with hummus, or goat cheese, for a fresh-tasting, protein-filled snack.