Yeast 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. Each crisp round is hollowed out just enough to cradle a scoop of creamy, lime-bright avocado filling that's mashed to a thick, spreadable texture with just the right amount of chunk. Cumin adds a subtle warmth, fresh cilantro keeps things lively, and a hit of jalapeño brings gentle heat if you're into it. The whole thing comes together with nothing more than a fork and a spoon — no oven, no fermentation, no fuss. For anyone navigating a yeast-free lifestyle, this recipe is naturally in the clear: every ingredient is whole and fresh, with zero leavening agents or fermented components to worry about. A pinch of flaky sea salt over the top right before serving takes the flavor from great to genuinely impressive. These are ideal for entertaining, but honestly just as satisfying as a light lunch or snack at home.
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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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