Chestnut Free Paleo Everything-Spiced Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, zesty guacamole gets a serious upgrade here, loaded into crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed-out cucumber rounds for a snack that looks as impressive as it tastes. The homemade everything spice blend — toasted sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, and dried onion — adds a savory, aromatic crunch that takes each bite way beyond basic guac. Because every single ingredient is whole and naturally derived, there's no need to scan labels for sneaky additives or worry about cross-contact with tree nuts like chestnuts hiding in a pre-made seasoning mix. Mashing the avocados with fresh lime juice and folding in jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro keeps the flavor bright and bold without any fillers. The veggie cups do double duty as both vessel and side, so you get a satisfying crunch with every scoop — no chips required. This is the kind of crowd-pleasing appetizer or afternoon snack that disappears fast, whether you're serving it at a party or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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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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