Walnut Free Cilantro Lime Avocado Spoons
Fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes, these avocado halves are loaded with crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and a bright cilantro-lime dressing that hits every note. The avocado itself becomes the bowl, which means zero fuss and a stunning presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of cumin tie everything together with a subtle warmth that keeps each bite interesting. Instead of nuts, raw pumpkin seeds bring the satisfying crunch and a little extra nutrition on top — no compromise needed. The trick of scooping a bit of avocado flesh into the filling means the mixture is creamy and chunky at the same time, which is genuinely hard to beat. Serve these straight away with an extra squeeze of lime and you have a snack, starter, or light lunch that feels indulgent without being heavy.
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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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