Wheat Free Garlic-Herb Avocado Cucumber Bites
These little bites are proof that the best appetizers don't need a cracker or a crust to steal the show. Crisp cucumber rounds stand in as the base, making them naturally free from wheat and any of the cross-contamination concerns that come with store-bought chips or bread-based canapés. The avocado mash is where the real magic happens — ripe avocados get mashed with garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, chives, parsley, and thyme, then warmed up with a hint of turmeric and ginger for a flavor that's bright, herby, and just a little unexpected. The result is creamy and lush against the cool snap of the cucumber, with every bite feeling fresh and satisfying. They come together quickly with no cooking required, just slicing, mashing, and spooning — which makes them ideal for entertaining without the stress. A final drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of fresh chives takes the whole platter from simple to genuinely impressive.
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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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