BHA & BHT Free Paleo Everything-Spiced Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, bright, and just a little bit spicy, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at any gathering. The avocados get mashed with fresh lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro for a dip that's vibrant and full of real, whole-food flavor — no fillers, no shortcuts. Instead of chips, bell pepper strips and hollowed-out cucumber rounds do the scooping, keeping everything crisp, fresh, and naturally grain-free. The real showstopper is the homemade everything spice blend — a mix of white and black sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, and flaky sea salt — which gets sprinkled over each filled cup for a savory, seedy finish that store-bought seasoning blends simply can't match. Making your own spice blend also means you know exactly what's in it, which matters when you're steering clear of synthetic preservatives that sneak into pre-packaged seasonings. These little cups are as pretty as they are practical, making them perfect for a party platter, a light lunch, or a snack board that actually impresses people.
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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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