Gut Friendly Guacamole and Veggie Sticks
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole paired with crisp veggie sticks is the kind of snack that feels indulgent without doing your digestion any favors — in the best possible way. Ripe avocados bring healthy fats and a naturally smooth base, while lime juice, cilantro, red onion, jalapeño, and garlic layer in bold, vibrant flavor without anything processed or hard to recognize. The veggie sticks — carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper — are crunchy, hydrating, and genuinely satisfying to dip, making this a snack that actually fills you up. Skipping chips in favor of fresh vegetables means you're getting fiber and nutrients with every scoop, which is exactly what a gut-friendly approach is all about. Everything comes together in just a few simple steps: mash, fold, arrange, and serve. It's the kind of recipe that works just as well for a casual afternoon snack as it does for a crowd-pleasing appetizer spread.
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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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