Serve these veggie cup appetizers at your next party with potato chips, pita chips, and/or a veggie platter of additional cut up veggies to finish up any remaining dip in each cup. So for the best result, I don’t recommend making you veggie dip cups too far in advance of your occasion. Instead, I recommend cutting up all of your different vegetables in advance and storing them in covered containers. Then you can assemble your veggie cups shortly before your event, so they can be served when they’re still fresh and vibrant.. Assembling the individual cups is pretty straightforward once you have chosen a dip and have your different types of vegetables prepped. I used some sturdy 9-oz. cut crystal-style plastic cups (high sides are essential for keeping the veggies in place), and I added two tablespoons of vegetable dip to the bottom of each cup. We’re keeping things low key around our house this summer, so I’ve been so I’ve been on the hunt for easy summer entertaining ideas. And it just doesn’t doesn’t get much easier than this simple vegetable appetizer idea!

If you know toddlers, you know the mess they can create. From markers on the wall to Cheerios between the couch cushions, toddlers have a way of making their mark wherever they go. Thankfully, there are solutions for those Cheerios you find in the couch. Or as a fun vegetable side dish to get your kids to eat more fresh vegetables at lunch and dinner! In fact, I’ve even served them as their actual lunch, paired with a small cheese board. We chose the narwhal design in this container, but there were several more to choose from. The options include dinosaurs, dogs, llamas, butterflies, and more. The lid of the container features the face of the animal you choose. Seriously, forget serving up veggie plates, nothing I’ve tried has been more effective at getting my kids to eat the rainbow! We’ve even made similar fruit cups with dip using this healthy fruit dip… Silicone is popular in baking and food storage. It’s widely known as a safe alternative to plastic.

Veggie Cup Tray vs Standard Veggie Tray

I’m not opposed to a traditional arranged vegetable tray — they’re probably a more attractive option in some cases. But you just can’t beat the convenience of these veggie appetizers! And when you arrange the cups on a sturdy tray, they’re every bit as portable as your standard veggie tray. There are also removable handles to make the cup easy for tiny fingers to grab. I have been impressed with the quality of the cup at the price point it goes for. The spill-proof lid has performed just as well as the others. I would personally prefer fewer pieces to remove and wash. However, many parents will appreciate the option to remove the handles.

PRO TIP: Use one of these 2-tablespoon cookie scoops to make portioning out your veggie dip super easy! These spill-proof containers are perfect for basic use around the house. The plastic container includes a silicone top with flexible flaps that limit the amount of food that leaves the container. There are also two handles so toddlers can get a secure grip.In recent years, we’ve learned more about the dangers of the chemicals in plastic. Though many items are BPA-free, there are still other chemicals in plastic that can cause harm to the body if they leach. If you’ll be throwing these cups in your diaper bag, you might want to look for another option. If you’re just looking for a basic cup that does the job around the house or in the car, this is worth looking at. I typically use this homemade ranch dip for these appetizer cups. To be honest, it’s actually my favorite 3-ingredient chip dip recipe, but it turns out this delicious dip pairs well with both chips AND veggies! Made with a mixture of sour cream, chive & onion cream cheese, and dry ranch dressing mix, it’s the perfect consistency for these veggie dip cups…