Emulsifier Free Paleo Everything-Spiced Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, vibrant guacamole gets a bold upgrade here, finished with a homemade everything spice blend that brings toasty sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and savory dried alliums together in one addictive sprinkle. The whole thing is served in crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed-out cucumber rounds, so you get a satisfying crunch with every single bite — no crackers or chips required. Because every component is made from scratch using whole, recognizable ingredients, there are zero hidden additives or emulsifiers to worry about, which is exactly the kind of peace of mind that store-bought dips and seasoning packets rarely offer. The guacamole itself is straightforward — ripe avocados mashed with fresh lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro — but that house-made spice blend on top is what makes it genuinely special. It comes together quickly and looks stunning on a platter, making it just as at home at a casual weeknight snack session as it is at a party spread. Fresh, clean, and deeply flavorful, this is the kind of recipe that proves eating without compromise doesn't mean eating without excitement.
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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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