Raw seasonal vegetables served with olive oil for dipping — Italian simplicity at its healthiest. This vegetarian mediterranean dish is a fresh, clean eats family starter perfect for weight loss plans.
Wash and peel the carrots and cucumber, then slice them into sticks about 3 inches long for easy dipping.
Trim the celery and fennel; slice celery into sticks and fennel into thin wedges for a crisp bite.
Seed the red and yellow bell peppers and cut them into strips. Rinse the cherry tomatoes and leave them whole for freshness.
Arrange all the prepared vegetables attractively on a large serving platter, grouping similar colors and shapes together.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until the salt dissolves and the emulsion is glossy.
Serve the vegetables immediately with the olive oil dip on the side — keep vegetables chilled until serving for maximum crunch and freshness.