Turmeric Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Few things hit the spot quite like a perfectly ripe avocado dressed with nothing but the good stuff. The creamy, buttery flesh gets a bright lift from fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, while flaky sea salt adds that satisfying crunch and depth you just can't fake with table salt. Optional black pepper and red pepper flakes let you dial up the heat to your liking, making this endlessly adaptable. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just halve, drizzle, season, and eat straight from the skin with a spoon. For anyone navigating a diet that rules out certain spices and seasonings, this recipe is a breath of fresh air because every single ingredient is clean, simple, and easy to verify. No spice blends, no hidden additives, no guesswork — just whole, honest ingredients that let the avocado shine. It's the kind of effortless snack or side dish that proves great food doesn't need to be complicated.
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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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