Paraben Free Basil-Avocado Cucumber Bites
These little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce them. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a silky, herb-forward spread made from ripe avocados, fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, and a warm hint of turmeric and ginger — all blended together into something genuinely craveable. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which matters when you're navigating a lifestyle that means scrutinizing labels for synthetic preservatives and chemical additives hiding in processed foods. Nothing in this recipe comes from a jar or a packet, so you can feel confident about exactly what's going on your plate. The spread comes together in under a minute in a food processor, and the assembly is as simple as spooning it onto cucumber rounds and finishing with a pinch of flaky salt. Whether you're serving these at a gathering or just making a snack for yourself, they look polished and taste bright without any effort that matches that impression.
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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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