Fructose Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Creamy, rich, and ready in minutes, 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 brighten the buttery flesh, while flaky sea salt adds that satisfying crunch and depth you didn't know you were missing. Optional black pepper and red pepper flakes give you a gentle kick if you want a little extra personality on the plate. For anyone navigating fructose sensitivity, avocado is one of those rare, genuinely satisfying foods that fits comfortably within the guidelines — and this recipe keeps every single ingredient clean and low-fructose by design. There's no sweetener, no high-fructose fruit juice, and no hidden sauces to second-guess. You eat it straight from the skin with a spoon, which honestly makes it feel indulgent in the best possible way. It's the kind of effortless snack or side dish that proves eating within dietary restrictions doesn't have to mean eating boringly.
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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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