Seeds 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, vibrant spread made from ripe avocados, fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, and warm hints of turmeric and ginger — it's herbaceous, bright, and genuinely addictive. For anyone navigating a seeds-free lifestyle, snack time and party spreads can feel limiting, but this recipe sidesteps that entirely with a lineup of whole, clean ingredients that need zero substitutions. There are no hidden sesame, poppy, sunflower, or other seed-based oils lurking in the spread — just good olive oil and real food blended together in about a minute. The food processor does all the heavy lifting, so you get a smooth, restaurant-worthy topping without any fuss. A pinch of flaky sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil at the end elevate the whole thing from simple to stunning. Whether you're serving these at a gathering or just treating yourself to a gorgeous afternoon snack, they come together fast and look like you put in way more effort than you did.
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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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