Sesame Free Cabbage Cup Guacamole
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, cilantro, scallion greens, a hint of garlic-infused olive oil, and a touch of cumin — a lineup that's simple but seriously satisfying. Serving it in crisp cabbage cups instead of chips or crackers keeps things light and naturally crunchy, and it makes for a stunning presentation on any platter. For anyone navigating sesame sensitivities, guacamole can be a sneaky problem when it shows up alongside tahini-spiked dips or in restaurant spreads where cross-contact is hard to track — making a homemade version like this one a genuinely stress-free option. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you know exactly what's going into the bowl. The cabbage cups hold up beautifully and add a subtle freshness that pairs perfectly with the richness of the avocado. Squeeze a little extra lime over the top before serving and watch it vanish.
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4 servings
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp scallion greens (green tops only), thinly sliced
- 1 tsp garlic-infused olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp sea salt, or to taste
For serving
- 1 small head green cabbage, outer leaves separated into cups
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Separate 8–12 large, cup-shaped outer leaves from the cabbage head, rinse them under cold water, and pat dry. Arrange on a serving platter and set aside.
- 2
Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl. Add the lime juice immediately to prevent browning, then mash with a fork or potato masher to your preferred texture — chunky with visible avocado pieces, or smoother with just a few lumps remaining.
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