Caffeine Free Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
Bright, fresh, and ready in minutes, this dish turns ripe avocado halves into edible bowls packed with crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and a punchy cilantro-lime dressing. The filling gets a subtle warmth from ground cumin and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, making every bite feel layered and satisfying without any fuss. A handful of raw pumpkin seeds scattered on top adds a welcome crunch that takes the whole thing from simple to genuinely impressive. Because every ingredient here is naturally plant-based and whole, you never have to second-guess what's in it — no hidden stimulants, no processed additives, just clean, vibrant food. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a starter for a dinner party, or an afternoon snack when you want something that actually feels nourishing. Serve immediately so the avocado stays vivid and the seeds keep their snap, and squeeze an extra lime wedge over the top if you want a little more citrus brightness.
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4 servings
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- ½ cup english cucumber, finely diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp sea salt, or to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until evenly coated.
- 2
Halve and pit the avocados. Use a spoon to scoop out a small amount of flesh from the center of each half to widen the cavity slightly, then fold the scooped flesh into the cucumber mixture.
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