Low Sugar Avocado with Sea Salt
Sometimes the simplest combinations are the most satisfying, and this dish is proof that a perfectly ripe avocado needs very little help to shine. A drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of flaky sea salt are all it takes to turn this creamy fruit into something that feels genuinely special. The optional black pepper and red pepper flakes add a subtle kick if you want a little heat, but even the bare-bones version is deeply delicious. Every ingredient here is naturally free of added sweeteners — no hidden sugars lurking in a sauce or dressing, just clean, whole-food flavor from start to finish. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, making it an effortless snack, light lunch, or elegant starter. Eat it straight from the skin with a spoon and enjoy the kind of uncomplicated, nourishing eating that never goes out of style.
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2 servings
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground (optional)
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve the avocado lengthwise and remove the pit. If the avocado is ripe, the flesh should yield gently to light pressure and the skin should peel away cleanly.
- 2
Place the halves cut-side up on a cutting board or plate. Drizzle each half with the olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle evenly with the flaky sea salt and black pepper and red pepper flakes, if using.
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