Paraben Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Few dishes are as effortlessly satisfying as a perfectly ripe avocado dressed with nothing more than a handful of clean, whole ingredients. The combination of grassy extra-virgin olive oil, a bright hit of fresh lemon juice, and flaky sea salt brings out the natural creaminess of the fruit without masking it. A crack of black pepper and a pinch of red pepper flakes add just enough edge to keep things interesting. For anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities around synthetic preservatives and additives, this kind of stripped-back recipe is a genuine relief — every component here is exactly what it says it is, nothing hidden, nothing processed. There's no cooking involved, just a quick halve, drizzle, and season before eating straight from the skin with a spoon. It works as a light snack, a simple starter, or a side that comes together in under two minutes. Honest, vibrant, and deeply satisfying, this is the kind of recipe you'll find yourself reaching for again and again.
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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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