BHA & BHT Free Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

BHA & BHT Free Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites

These fresh, vibrant bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce what they are. Cool cucumber rounds get topped with a creamy, herb-packed avocado mash that's brightened with fresh lemon juice and layered with chives, parsley, and thyme for a flavor that feels genuinely elevated. A touch of turmeric and ginger adds warmth and depth without overwhelming the freshness of the avocado. For anyone navigating preservative-free eating, packaged snacks and store-bought dips are often a minefield of hidden additives — this recipe sidesteps all of that by relying entirely on whole, fresh ingredients you can verify yourself. Garlic-infused olive oil brings a mellow, savory richness to the mash that ties everything together beautifully. The whole thing comes together with a fork and a cutting board, no cooking required, making it as low-effort as it is impressive. Serve immediately for the best texture, and don't skip the optional drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil — it really does make a difference.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the bites

2 large english cucumbers
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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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