Anti Inflammatory Paleo Everything-Spiced Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, vibrant, and loaded with real-food ingredients, this guacamole and veggie cup combo is the kind of snack that feels indulgent while actually doing your body a favor. Avocados bring healthy monounsaturated fats that are a cornerstone of anti-inflammatory eating, while fresh lime juice, jalapeño, cilantro, and red onion layer in bright, bold flavor without a single processed ingredient in sight. Instead of chips, bell pepper strips and cucumber rounds do the scooping — keeping things grain-free, light, and genuinely satisfying. The homemade everything spice blend is a small but genius touch, combining sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and dried aromatics into a crunchy, savory topping that makes each bite feel like something you'd order at a trendy restaurant. Hollowing out the cucumber rounds into little cups is easier than it sounds and makes for a seriously impressive presentation on a board or platter. Everything comes together with minimal prep and zero cooking, so it's ideal for warm days when you want something nourishing without turning on the stove. Serve it immediately for the best texture, and don't be surprised when it disappears faster than you made it.
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4 servings
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
For the everything spice blend
- 1 tsp white sesame seeds
- 1 tsp black sesame seeds
- ½ tsp poppy seeds
- ½ tsp dried minced garlic
- ½ tsp dried minced onion
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
For the veggie cups
- 3 medium bell peppers (any color), cut into 1 ½-inch wide strips or rings
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1-inch thick rounds
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, stir together the white sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and flaky sea salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the veggie cups: arrange the bell pepper strips or rings and cucumber rounds on a large serving platter or board. For the cucumber rounds, use a small spoon to scoop out a shallow well in the center of each round, leaving the base intact, to create a small cup for the guacamole.
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