Artificial Flavors Free Paleo Cinnamon-Maple Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, lightly sweet, and just a little smoky, this guacamole takes a familiar dip in a genuinely exciting direction. Pure maple syrup and ground cinnamon bring a warm, unexpected depth to ripe avocados, while fresh lime juice and cilantro keep everything bright and vibrant. Instead of chips, bell pepper strips and hollowed-out cucumber rounds do the scooping — making each bite crisp, refreshing, and completely wholesome. Every single ingredient here is real and recognizable, so you never have to squint at a label wondering what "natural flavors" actually means. The jalapeño is optional, which makes this easy to dial up or down depending on who's at the table. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a fork and a mixing bowl, and it looks stunning on a platter for parties, meal prep, or a snack that actually feels special.
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4 servings
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
For the veggie cups
- 3 medium bell peppers (any color), cut into 1 ½-inch wide strips or rings to form cups
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1-inch thick rounds
Instructions
- 1
Cut the bell peppers into 1½-inch wide strips or rings, trimming the bottoms flat if needed so they sit upright. Cut the cucumber into 1-inch thick rounds and use a small spoon to scoop a shallow well in the center of each round, leaving the base intact. Arrange all the veggie cups on a serving platter.
- 2
Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl and mash with a fork to your preferred texture — chunky or smooth.
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