Crunchy Caterpillars
Children will need help from an adult! Don't forget to drink water while you hike.
Yield: 1 serving
Serving Size: 1 crunchy caterpillar
Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Ingredients:
Circular slices of your favorite round vegetables. (Try circular slices of carrots, cucumbers, zucchini, or small mushrooms with the stems removed.)
Equipment:
- Knife
- Toothpick, coffee-stir straw, or coffee-stir stick
- Zip-top bags
Directions:
- Place the veggie slices on the toothpick, stir straw, or stir stick. Be sure to alternate colors to create the caterpillar’s stripes.
- After creating the
caterpillar’s stripes, attach a cherry tomato to the end of the toothpick, stir
straw, or stir stick so that the caterpillar has a head.
To Serve:
Pack individual caterpillar servings in zip-top bags so that it doesn't crawl away.Nutritional Facts:
Nutritional Information will vary depending on the ingredient selection.
Fun Fact: These caterpillars are tasty on or off the
trail. Grab a parent and make giant caterpillars using skewers and grill for a
tasty dinner side dish!
