Paleo Basil-Avocado Cucumber Bites

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(18)

These little bites are proof that clean eating doesn't have to feel like a compromise. Crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a silky, herb-forward spread made from ripe avocados, fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, and a warming hint of turmeric and ginger — all blended together in minutes. Every single ingredient is whole and unprocessed, which is exactly what makes this such a natural fit for anyone eating grain-free and keeping things close to the source. The spread comes together in a food processor in under a minute, and the result is something that looks genuinely impressive on a platter. It works beautifully as a party appetizer, a light snack, or a fresh starter before a bigger meal. Finish with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of flaky sea salt, and you've got something that tastes far more indulgent than the ingredient list would suggest.

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Ingredients

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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