Xanthan Gum Free Avocado with Sea Salt
Few dishes are as effortlessly satisfying as a perfectly ripe avocado dressed with just the right finishing touches. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice bring out the buttery richness of the flesh, while flaky sea salt adds that irresistible crunch and depth. Optional black pepper and red pepper flakes let you dial up the heat to your liking, making this as mellow or as bold as you want. Because every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, there's zero concern about hidden thickeners or stabilizers sneaking into your meal. It's the kind of recipe that proves simple food done well is always the most craveable. Serve it straight from the skin with a spoon and you've got a snack, a side, or even a light lunch that feels genuinely indulgent without any fuss.
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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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