Low Sodium Basil-Avocado Cucumber Bites

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the bites

2 large english cucumbers
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For the basil-avocado spread

2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ tsp fine sea salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp ground ginger

For serving

fresh basil leaves, for serving (optional)
extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
flaky sea salt, for finishing (optional)
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Instructions

1
Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 1/2 inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange the rounds in a single layer on a serving platter.
2
Scoop the avocado flesh into a food processor. Add the basil, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, turmeric, and ginger. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides once, about 30–45 seconds.

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