Gluten 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 announce what they are. Each thick-cut cucumber round is hollowed into a natural vessel and filled with a creamy, lime-bright avocado mash seasoned with cumin, cilantro, and optional jalapeño heat. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just fresh produce and pantry staples working together beautifully. The lime juice and zest keep the avocado filling vibrant and punchy, while the olive oil gives it a silky, spreadable texture that holds up perfectly in each little cup. A pinch of flaky sea salt on top right before serving pulls the whole thing together in the best way. These are ideal for entertaining because they look impressive with almost zero effort, and guests who eat everything will love them just as much as those with dietary needs.
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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)
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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