Nightshade Free Basil-Avocado Cucumber Bites
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds topped with a vivid green spread — this appetizer is as beautiful as it is refreshing. The basil-avocado blend comes together in under a minute in the food processor, delivering a creamy, herby bite that feels genuinely elegant without any fuss. Avoiding nightshades can make party snacks tricky, since so many dips and toppings lean on tomatoes or peppers for flavor and color — but this spread skips all of that entirely and doesn't sacrifice a single thing. Ripe avocado gives it body, fresh basil brings brightness, and a touch of turmeric and ginger add just enough warmth to keep things interesting. Lemon juice lifts the whole mixture so it tastes lively rather than heavy. A pinch of flaky sea salt at the end pulls everything together and makes each bite feel a little special. These are perfect for entertaining or a light snack, and they come together with ingredients you can feel completely confident about.
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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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