Macadamia Free Basil-Avocado Cucumber Bites
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds topped with a vibrant, herb-forward avocado spread — this appetizer is the kind of thing that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce it. The spread comes together in under a minute in a food processor, blending ripe avocado with fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, and a warm hint of turmeric and ginger into something that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source, so there's no stress about hidden nuts or cross-contamination from specialty ingredients that sometimes sneak into store-bought dips and spreads. The cucumber base keeps things light and refreshing, making these bites a natural fit for warm-weather gatherings, holiday appetizer spreads, or any occasion where you want something impressive without turning on the oven. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and a drizzle of good olive oil pull the whole thing together with a little extra elegance. Serve them immediately for the best texture — the cucumbers stay crisp and the spread stays brilliantly green.
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4 servings
For the bites
- 2 large english cucumbers
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
- 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)
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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