Alpha Gal Friendly Guacamole and Veggie Sticks
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole hits every note — rich avocado, zippy lime, a little heat from jalapeño, and the herby lift of cilantro all coming together in one bowl. Paired with crisp carrot, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper sticks, it's a snack or appetizer that feels genuinely satisfying rather than like an afterthought. For anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome, finding crowd-pleasing dips and snacks that are completely free of mammalian meat and dairy can take real effort, but this one is naturally in the clear from start to finish. Every ingredient here is plant-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden animal products sneaking in. The veggie sticks do double duty as both the vehicle and the nutrition boost, adding crunch and color without any prep beyond a quick slice. Mash the avocado to whatever texture you love — chunky and rustic or smooth and scoopable — and you're done in minutes. It's the kind of simple, whole-food recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation.
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4 servings
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and finely minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
For the veggie sticks
- 2 medium carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 medium stalks celery, cut into sticks
- 1 medium cucumber, cut into sticks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
Instructions
- 1
Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl. Add the lime juice and salt, then mash with a fork to your preferred consistency — chunky with visible avocado pieces, or smoother with just a few lumps remaining.
- 2
Fold in the cilantro, red onion, jalapeño, and garlic until evenly distributed. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
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