Turmeric Free Lime Broccoli Sprout Cups
These little lettuce cups are fresh, vibrant, and genuinely exciting to eat — the kind of thing that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with almost no effort. Butter lettuce leaves cradle a tangle of broccoli sprouts, crisp julienned cucumber, creamy avocado, and bright cilantro, all tossed in a zippy lime and ginger dressing that ties everything together beautifully. The dressing is built entirely from lime juice, olive oil, fresh ginger, honey, and sea salt, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess spice blends for hidden ingredients. That matters a lot when you're avoiding certain anti-inflammatory spices that tend to sneak into dressings, marinades, and pre-made sauces. A handful of pumpkin seeds scattered on top adds a satisfying crunch and a little extra richness to each bite. Serve these immediately after assembling so the lettuce stays crisp and the avocado stays gorgeous. They work beautifully as a light lunch, a starter, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears 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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