Shellfish Free Paleo Everything-Spiced Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, citrusy guacamole gets a serious upgrade here with a homemade everything spice blend — toasted sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, and onion — that adds crunch and depth to every single bite. Instead of chips, fresh bell pepper strips and hollowed-out cucumber rounds do the scooping, making this a naturally light, produce-forward snack that feels just as satisfying. The whole thing comes together with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro, so every ingredient is clean, whole, and easy to recognize. Because the spice blend is made from scratch, you sidestep any store-bought seasoning packets that might carry hidden additives or allergen warnings. It's the kind of appetizer that looks impressive on a board but genuinely couldn't be simpler to pull off. Serve it immediately after assembling so the veggies stay crisp and the guacamole stays bright and vibrant.
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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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