Seed Oil Free Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites
These little bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears from the platter before you even finish setting it down. Cool, crisp cucumber rounds get topped with a luscious avocado mash that's brightened with fresh lemon juice and layered with chives, parsley, and thyme — plus a warm undercurrent of turmeric and ginger that makes the whole thing feel a little more interesting than your average snack. The fat here comes entirely from real, whole sources: ripe avocado and garlic-infused olive oil, with an optional drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil to finish. That matters a lot when you're trying to avoid the industrially processed vegetable and seed oils that sneak into so many store-bought dips and ready-made appetizers. There's no canola, no sunflower, no soybean oil anywhere in the ingredient list — just clean, recognizable fats that let the fresh herbs and bright citrus do the talking. The technique is genuinely simple: slice, mash, spoon, and serve. Whether you're putting together a party spread or just want a satisfying midday snack, this one delivers big flavor without any of the ingredient compromises.
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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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