Wheat Free Basil-Avocado Cucumber Bites
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds topped with a vibrant, herb-packed avocado spread — this appetizer is as stunning on a platter as it is satisfying to eat. The basil-avocado mixture comes together in under a minute in a food processor, blending ripe avocado with fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and warm hints of turmeric and ginger into something genuinely craveable. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and grain-based fillers, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swapping required. Cucumber acts as the perfect sturdy base, giving you that satisfying crunch without any crackers or bread in sight. A pinch of flaky sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil at the end elevate the whole thing from simple snack to something you'd proudly serve at a dinner party. These bites are best assembled right before serving so the cucumbers stay crisp and the spread stays bright and fresh.
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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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