Sesame Free Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
Creamy avocado halves become edible bowls here, loaded with a bright, crunchy filling of cucumber, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro, all tied together with a squeeze of lime and a drizzle of olive oil. A pinch of cumin adds just enough warmth to make the whole thing feel like more than a simple snack. The pumpkin seeds scattered on top bring a satisfying crunch and a little nutty richness without any of the cross-contact concerns that come with sesame-based toppings like tahini or everything bagel seasoning. It's the kind of dish that looks impressive on a table but comes together in minutes with no cooking required. Serve it straight away while the avocado is still vibrant and the filling is crisp — a squeeze of extra lime right before eating takes it over the top.
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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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