Macadamia Free Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites
These little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even get a chance to announce what they are. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a creamy avocado mash that's layered with fresh chives, parsley, thyme, and a warm undercurrent of turmeric and ginger — it's bright, herby, and genuinely addictive. The garlic-infused olive oil does a lot of heavy lifting here, weaving savory depth through every bite without any fuss. For anyone navigating nut allergies at gatherings, finding a crowd-pleasing snack that's naturally free of tree nuts — without having to swap or substitute anything — is a genuine relief, and this recipe delivers exactly that. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can serve these with total confidence. A final drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a scatter of fresh chives makes them look like something from a catered event, even though they come together with minimal effort. Serve them immediately for the best texture, when the cucumber is still crisp and the mash is fresh and vibrant.
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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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