These little cucumber cups are the kind of appetizer that disappears fast — cool, creamy, and bright with fresh lime, they feel indulgent without a single ingredient that works against your gut health goals. Managing a candida protocol often means giving up the snacks and starters you actually want to eat, but this one is built entirely from whole, anti-inflammatory ingredients that fit the framework naturally. Ripe avocado mashed with lime juice, a touch of olive oil, and ground cumin creates a filling that's rich and satisfying, while English cucumber rounds keep things crisp and refreshing. Fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño add layers of flavor without any sugar, vinegar, or processed additives sneaking in. The whole thing comes together in minutes with no cooking required, which makes it an easy win on busy days when you need something fast and on-plan. It serves four as a starter or light snack, and the presentation is genuinely impressive for how little effort it takes.
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Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 3/4-inch thick — you should get 18–20 rounds total. Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop a shallow well into the center of each round, leaving the base intact so the cup holds its filling.
Scoop the avocado flesh into a small bowl. Add the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth with a few small chunks remaining — the texture should be thick and spreadable, not runny.
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