Gut Friendly Avocado Cucumber Lime Cups
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds become the perfect edible vessel for a bright, creamy avocado filling that comes together in minutes. The combination of fresh lime juice, lime zest, and a touch of cumin gives the mashed avocado a lively, layered flavor that feels far more special than the effort involved. Cucumber is gentle on digestion and naturally hydrating, while ripe avocado brings healthy fats and a smooth, satisfying richness that doesn't weigh you down. Extra-virgin olive oil adds a subtle fruitiness that ties everything together, and the optional jalapeño gives a mild kick without overwhelming the delicate balance of the dish. Fresh cilantro folded in at the end keeps the whole thing tasting clean and vibrant. These little cups are served immediately after assembly, so every bite delivers that ideal contrast of cool crunch and velvety filling. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt is the small detail that makes them feel genuinely restaurant-worthy.
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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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