Walnut 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 what they are. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a silky, herb-forward avocado spread blended with fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, turmeric, and ginger — it's vibrant, creamy, and genuinely addictive. The whole thing comes together in a food processor in under a minute, which means you're spending more time arranging a beautiful platter than actually cooking. Store-bought dips and spreads can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since walnuts and other nuts often sneak into pesto-style or avocado-based products through shared processing lines. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can serve these with total confidence at a party or a casual get-together. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil push them from simple snack to something that feels genuinely special. Fresh, fast, and crowd-pleasing — this one earns a permanent spot in your appetizer rotation.
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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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