Alpha Gal Friendly Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites
These little bites are proof that a stunning appetizer doesn't need to be complicated — or risky. Crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a luscious, herb-packed avocado mash that's bright with lemon, fragrant with fresh chives, parsley, and thyme, and given a warm, earthy depth from turmeric and ginger. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, which means no hidden mammalian products to stress over — just clean, whole foods you can trust. Garlic-infused olive oil does the heavy lifting on savory flavor without any of the usual concerns that come with processed sauces or store-bought dips. The mash comes together in minutes with nothing more than a fork, and the result is creamy, textured, and genuinely craveable. A final drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of fresh chives makes these look like something you'd find at a catered event, even though they're effortless to pull off at home. Serve them immediately for the best contrast between the cool, snappy cucumber and the silky, herb-forward topping.
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4 servings
For the bites
- 2 large english cucumbers
For the avocado mash
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1–2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 1/2-inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange the rounds in a single layer on a large serving platter or cutting board.
- 2
Scoop the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl. Add the lemon juice, garlic-infused olive oil, chives, parsley, thyme leaves, turmeric, ginger, and sea salt. Mash with a fork until the mixture is creamy but still has some texture — small chunks are fine.
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