Mediterranean Diet Friendly Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
Fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes, this dish is the kind of effortless appetizer or light meal that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. Creamy avocado halves are loaded with a bright mix of cucumber, red bell pepper, and cilantro, all tossed in extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice — a combination that hits every note of the Mediterranean approach to eating well. The cumin adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting, while raw pumpkin seeds scattered on top bring a satisfying crunch and a boost of healthy fats. Using the avocado itself as the vessel means zero fuss and beautiful presentation straight from the bowl. This style of eating — leaning on whole vegetables, quality olive oil, and fresh herbs — is exactly what makes this kind of recipe such a natural fit for a plant-forward, heart-healthy plate. Serve it as a starter, a side, or a solo snack with an extra squeeze of lime, and it disappears fast.
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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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