Mustard Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Creamy, buttery avocado gets an effortlessly elegant treatment here, dressed with just a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a generous pinch of flaky sea salt. The result is something that feels far more luxurious than the handful of ingredients involved would suggest. For anyone navigating condiment-heavy menus or packaged dips that sneak in unexpected seasonings, this recipe is a breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is clean, simple, and easy to verify. The lemon juice brightens the richness of the avocado while the olive oil adds a silky finish that ties it all together beautifully. A crack of black pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes can dial up the heat if you're in the mood, but the dish is genuinely satisfying even in its most minimal form. You eat it straight from the skin with a spoon, which honestly makes it feel like a little treat. It's the kind of snack or starter that proves great food doesn't need a long ingredient list to be completely irresistible.
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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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