MSG Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Few snacks are as satisfying as a perfectly ripe avocado, and this stripped-back preparation lets the fruit genuinely shine. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice bring brightness and richness together, 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 more personality in every bite. Every single ingredient here is clean and whole, so there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking into your meal. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required — just halve, drizzle, season, and eat straight from the skin. This is the kind of effortless, feel-good eating that proves simple food done right is always worth it.
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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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