Barley Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Creamy, rich, and endlessly satisfying, this simple preparation lets a perfectly ripe avocado do all the heavy lifting. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice bring out the buttery depth of the fruit, while flaky sea salt adds that irresistible finishing crunch. Optional black pepper and red pepper flakes give you a gentle kick if you want a little extra personality in every bite. The whole thing comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just halve, dress, and eat straight from the skin with a spoon. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from barley and grain-based additives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. It's the kind of effortless, whole-food snack or side that feels indulgent without any of the worry.
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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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