Fructose Free Avocado Cucumber Lime Cups
These little cucumber cups are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to set it down. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds hold a creamy avocado filling brightened with fresh lime juice, a touch of zest, and a whisper of cumin — it's simple, fresh, and genuinely impressive. For anyone managing fructose sensitivity, finding snacks and starters that don't rely on high-fructose fruits or sweeteners can feel limiting, but this recipe leans entirely on low-fructose ingredients that work beautifully together. Avocado, cucumber, lime, olive oil, and a handful of aromatics are all you need to pull this off. The optional jalapeño adds a gentle kick without any hidden sugars or problematic additives, and the flaky sea salt finish elevates the whole thing in the best possible way. Serve these immediately after assembling so the cucumber stays crisp and the avocado filling holds its vibrant green color.
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4 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ½ tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
Ingredient noteA serving of up to about one small jalapeño is low in fructose. This recipe contains only about 1/4 of a jalapeno per serving, making it likely Low Fructose. If you prefer to always avoid jalapeño, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
For serving
- flaky sea salt, for finishing (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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