Soy Free Paleo Everything-Spiced Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, bright, and just a little spicy, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at any gathering. Fresh avocado gets mashed with lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro, then finished with a homemade everything spice blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, and dried onion — no store-bought seasoning packets needed, so you stay in full control of every ingredient. That matters more than it sounds, because many pre-mixed spice blends and packaged dips sneak in soy-derived additives or fillers that are easy to miss on a label. Here, every component is straightforward and whole-food, making it a genuinely stress-free option for anyone navigating soy concerns. The veggie cups — crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds — replace chips entirely, turning this into a naturally grain-free, plant-forward snack that still feels festive and fun. Spooning the guacamole into those little cups and dusting them with the spice blend makes for a presentation that looks way more impressive than the effort involved. Serve it immediately for the best color and texture, and don't be surprised when the platter is empty before you've even sat down.
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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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