Nightshade Free Lime Broccoli Sprout Cups
These little lettuce cups are a bright, refreshing bite that feel as good as they look on the plate. Butter lettuce leaves cradle a tangle of broccoli sprouts, crisp cucumber, and creamy avocado, all tied together with a zingy lime and ginger dressing that genuinely makes you want to lick the bowl. For anyone navigating a nightshade-free lifestyle, fresh and vibrant dishes like this can sometimes feel hard to come by — no tomatoes, no peppers, no paprika, and yet the flavor here is anything but flat. The honey and raw ginger in the dressing add just enough warmth and sweetness to balance the citrus, while the avocado brings that satisfying richness that makes this feel like a real meal rather than a side thought. A handful of pumpkin seeds scattered on top adds a subtle crunch that takes the whole thing up a notch. Everything comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch, a light starter, or an impressive spread when you have people over.
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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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