BHA & BHT Free Lime Broccoli Sprout Cups
Crisp, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, these lettuce cups are the kind of dish that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with almost no effort. Butter lettuce leaves act as natural little bowls, cradling a tangle of broccoli sprouts, julienned cucumber, and creamy avocado slices that make every bite feel light yet satisfying. The dressing is where things really sing — fresh lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil, raw honey, and grated ginger whisk into something zippy and clean that ties the whole filling together beautifully. For anyone avoiding synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT, packaged dressings and processed snack foods are often the biggest culprits, which is exactly why making everything from scratch here is such a win. Every single ingredient in this recipe is whole and unprocessed, so there's nothing hidden to worry about. The optional pumpkin seeds add a satisfying crunch and a little extra nutrition without introducing any questionable additives. Serve these immediately after assembling so the lettuce stays crisp and the avocado stays vibrant — they're the kind of appetizer or light lunch that disappears from the table fast.
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4 servings
For the cups
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
For the filling
- 2 cups broccoli sprouts
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp sea salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Select 8 large, cup-shaped butter lettuce leaves and arrange them on a serving platter or board. Reserve any smaller inner leaves for another use.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, grated ginger, honey, and sea salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
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