Macadamia Free Lime Broccoli Sprout Cups
These little lettuce cups are a burst of freshness — crisp butter lettuce cradling tangy, ginger-kissed broccoli sprouts, cool cucumber, creamy avocado, and bright cilantro. The zesty lime dressing ties everything together with a light, vibrant punch that makes this feel like something you'd order at a trendy café, not throw together at home in minutes. For anyone navigating nut-free eating, this recipe is naturally in the clear — every ingredient, from the sprouts to the optional pumpkin seeds, is straightforward and easy to verify. No swaps, no substitutions, no worrying about hidden tree nuts lurking in a sauce or garnish. The avocado brings that satisfying richness that makes the whole thing feel indulgent without weighing you down, while the raw honey and fresh ginger in the dressing add just enough complexity to keep every bite interesting. Serve these as a light lunch, a starter for a dinner party, or an impressive snack that comes together with almost zero cooking involved.
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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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