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10 Unexpected Veggies That Make Great Crudités

Mix up your baby carrot and dip routine this summer with these 10 fun, fresh vegetables that are perfect for a crudité platter.

By Reader's Digest Editors
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Fennel

The crisp anise flavor of fennel is perfect with creamy dips. Fennel also pairs exceptionally well with any type of roasted red pepper dip or tapenade.

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Jicama

Crunchy jicama is a sweeter alternative to celery. Peel, cut into strips, and serve straight-up, or top with a squeeze of lemon.

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Endive

Bitter endive leaves are perfect for scooping up hummus, dip, and even salsa. And they go especially well with anything blue cheese.

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Kohlrabi

Young kohlrabi can be eaten raw and tastes like crunchy broccoli stems. Peel off the outer skin and then cut into sticks for your vegetable platter.

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Tiny purple carrots

Purple carrots will add color and a wow factor to your crudités platter. Quickly blanch, then chill until ready to serve. Try the red and yellow varieties for extra color.

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Asparagus

Lightly grill asparagus, then serve with lemony or creamy dips. Or give it a fast blanch if you don't want to fire up the grill.

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Fingerling potatoes

Look for long, skinny potatoes, and cook in boiling water until insides are tender. Chill, then serve. They go well with any type of cheesy dip.

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Green beans

Blanched green beans are easy to dip into hummus, sour cream spreads, and more.

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Sugar snap peas

These edible pods are perfect for bite-size dipping and eating; just serve them raw and straight-up.

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Radishes

Slice peppery radishes, and they become a delicious (and colorful!) counterpoint to dips and salsas.

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