Emulsifier Free Broccoli Sprout Avocado Cups with Turmeric-Cumin Dressing
Creamy avocado halves become edible bowls here, packed with peppery broccoli sprouts, crisp cucumber, and paper-thin radish slices for a dish that looks stunning with almost zero effort. The real star is the dressing — a bright, zippy blend of fresh lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, turmeric, cumin, and ginger that comes together with a simple whisk. Every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, which means none of the synthetic additives or emulsifying agents that sneak into so many bottled dressings and processed foods. That matters more than people realize, since commercial dressings are one of the most common hiding spots for emulsifiers you'd rather avoid. The turmeric gives the dressing a gorgeous golden hue while the cumin adds a warm, earthy depth that plays beautifully against the cool, fresh vegetables. Optional cilantro and pumpkin seeds on top add a little herby brightness and satisfying crunch if you want to take it over the edge. It's the kind of recipe that feels effortlessly healthy without tasting like a compromise.
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4 servings
For the cups
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 cup broccoli sprouts, rinsed and dried
- ½ cup english cucumber, finely diced
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is uniform and slightly emulsified.
- 2
In a separate bowl, toss the broccoli sprouts, diced cucumber, and sliced radishes with half of the dressing until lightly coated.
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