Mustard Free Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
These little avocado halves are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the table before you even sit down. Each one is loaded with crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and a bright cilantro-lime dressing that ties everything together in the most refreshing way. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of cumin add just enough depth to keep things interesting without overwhelming the fresh flavors. The trick of scooping a little extra flesh from each avocado half and folding it right into the filling means every bite is extra creamy and nothing goes to waste. Raw pumpkin seeds scattered on top give a satisfying crunch and a subtle nuttiness that rounds out the whole dish beautifully. Because the recipe relies entirely on whole, fresh ingredients, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden condiments sneaking in — everything here is clean and straightforward. Serve them immediately with an extra squeeze of lime and watch them vanish.
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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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