Citric Acid Free Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
Fresh lime juice does the heavy lifting here, delivering that bright, citrusy punch without any processed additives or manufactured acids that can sneak into store-bought dressings and seasonings. The filling comes together in one bowl — crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, fragrant cilantro, and a drizzle of olive oil all tossed with a pinch of cumin for a subtle, earthy warmth. Scooping a little avocado flesh into the mix is a clever move that makes the filling extra creamy and ensures nothing goes to waste. Each half gets mounded high with the colorful mixture, then finished with a scatter of raw pumpkin seeds for a satisfying crunch in every bite. It's the kind of dish that looks impressive on a table but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a mixing bowl. Serve them right away while the avocado is still vibrant and the seeds still have their snap.
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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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