Celery Free Paleo Cinnamon-Maple Guacamole Veggie Cups
Guacamole gets a genuinely unexpected upgrade here — a whisper of cinnamon and a touch of pure maple syrup transform the classic dip into something that feels both familiar and completely new. Ripe avocados are mashed to your preferred texture, then brightened with fresh lime juice, cumin, and cilantro before being spooned into crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds that double as edible serving vessels. The whole thing is naturally grain-free and built entirely from whole, unprocessed ingredients, so it fits cleanly into a paleo lifestyle without any workarounds or substitutions. There's no stalk-based filler hiding anywhere in the ingredient list, making it a genuinely safe and satisfying choice for anyone navigating a celery sensitivity. The sweet-savory flavor combination sounds unusual but lands beautifully — the maple and cinnamon play off the richness of the avocado in a way that keeps people reaching for another cup. Bell pepper rings and cucumber rounds also mean zero chips required, which makes this as light and refreshing as it is indulgent. It's the kind of snack that disappears fast at a gathering and always prompts someone to ask for the recipe.
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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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