Paraben Free Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites
These fresh, vibrant bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a luscious avocado mash built from real, whole ingredients — lemon juice, garlic-infused olive oil, fresh chives, parsley, and thyme, with a warm undercurrent of turmeric and ginger running through every bite. The result is creamy, herby, and just a little earthy in the best possible way. For anyone navigating paraben sensitivities, packaged dips and store-bought spreads can be a minefield of preservatives and synthetic additives. This recipe sidesteps all of that entirely — every ingredient here is a recognizable whole food, nothing processed or shelf-stabilized. The avocado mash comes together with a fork in minutes, and the freshness of the herbs does all the heavy lifting flavor-wise. A finishing drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil adds a silky richness that makes these feel genuinely elegant, whether you're serving them at a dinner party or just snacking on a Tuesday. They're best eaten right away while the cucumber is still crisp and the mash is bright green and fresh — which, honestly, won't be a problem.
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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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