Mediterranean Diet Friendly Guacamole and Veggie Sticks
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh herbs and a little heat from jalapeño, this guacamole is the kind of dip that disappears fast. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, cilantro, red onion, and garlic for a flavor that's bold without being complicated. The rainbow of veggie sticks — carrot, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper — makes this feel like a proper spread rather than a simple snack. This combination is a natural fit for a Mediterranean-style approach to eating, leaning on whole vegetables, healthy fats from avocado, and zero processed ingredients. There's no cooking involved, just a little chopping and mashing, which means it comes together in minutes and looks impressive on any table. It works equally well as a party appetizer, a light afternoon snack, or a colorful starter before a bigger meal. Skip the store-bought dips with their mystery additives and make this instead — your guests will absolutely notice the difference.
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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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