Red Meat Allergy Friendly 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 are hollowed into natural vessels and filled with a creamy, lime-bright avocado mash that's got just enough cumin and jalapeño heat to keep things interesting. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from red meat, so there's no swapping, substituting, or second-guessing — just fresh produce and pantry staples doing exactly what they're supposed to do. The lime juice and zest pull double duty, keeping the avocado vibrant while adding a citrusy punch that makes the whole bite feel alive. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt right before serving ties everything together in the most satisfying way. These are ideal for warm-weather entertaining, light snacking, or any time you want something that looks impressive but comes together in minutes.
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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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