Macadamia 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 crisp round gets hollowed into a natural vessel, then filled with a creamy, zesty avocado mixture that's brightened with fresh lime juice, a touch of zest, and a whisper of cumin. The jalapeño is optional, but even a little adds a welcome kick that plays beautifully against the cool cucumber base. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt right before serving pulls the whole thing together in the best possible way. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around fresh produce, citrus, and olive oil, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut-based oils sneaking into your spread. These are naturally free of tree nuts without any substitutions or workarounds — just clean, vibrant flavors doing all the heavy lifting. Serve them immediately for maximum crunch and that gorgeous, just-made freshness.
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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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