Lupin Free Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
These avocado halves are basically edible bowls packed with a bright, crunchy filling that tastes like summer in every bite. Crisp cucumber and red bell pepper get tossed with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a drizzle of olive oil, then a hint of cumin ties everything together with just enough warmth. The clever trick of scooping a little extra flesh from each avocado half and folding it right into the filling means nothing goes to waste and every spoonful is extra creamy. A scatter of raw pumpkin seeds on top adds a satisfying crunch and a subtle nuttiness that makes the whole thing feel complete. This is the kind of dish that looks impressive on a table but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife, a bowl, and a good lime. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there are no hidden additives or flour-based fillers to worry about — just clean, vibrant produce doing all the work. Serve them right away for the best texture, with extra lime wedges on the side for anyone who wants an extra hit of citrus.
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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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