Carrageenan Free Avocado Dip
Creamy, bright, and packed with fresh flavor, this avocado dip comes together in minutes with nothing but whole, recognizable ingredients. The combination of lime juice, scallion greens, cilantro, and a hint of ginger gives it a lively, layered taste that goes well beyond a basic guacamole. A touch of ground turmeric adds a warm, earthy undertone and a gorgeous golden hue without overpowering the fresh green flavors. Store-bought dips and spreads often rely on stabilizers and thickeners — carrageenan being one of the most common — so making your own is the cleanest way to know exactly what's in the bowl. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's no label-reading anxiety, just good food. Mash it chunky for a rustic, textured scoop or go smooth for something more refined — either way, it's ready to serve in the time it takes to slice an avocado. A final squeeze of lime and a scatter of fresh cilantro on top make it look as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 3 ripe avocados
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, for serving (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl. Add the lime juice immediately to prevent browning.
- 2
Mash the avocados with a fork or potato masher to your preferred texture — leave some chunks for a rustic dip, or mash more thoroughly for a smoother result.
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