Legume Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Few dishes are as effortlessly satisfying as a perfectly ripe avocado dressed with nothing more than good olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, and a pinch of flaky sea salt. The creamy, buttery flesh paired with that bright citrus note and the subtle crunch of sea salt is genuinely hard to beat. A little freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of red pepper flakes can round things out with just enough warmth if you're in the mood. For anyone navigating a legume-free lifestyle, avocado is a dream ingredient — rich, filling, and completely free of the beans and pulses that can make snacking feel limited. There's no cooking, no complicated prep, and no hidden ingredients to second-guess — just whole, clean food that comes together in minutes. You eat it straight from the skin with a spoon, which honestly makes it feel like a little indulgence even on a busy weekday.
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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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