Alpha Gal Friendly Paleo Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of snack that disappears the moment it hits the table. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and tomato for a classic, vibrant dip that needs absolutely nothing extra to shine. Instead of chips, the guacamole gets spooned into crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds — a clever swap that keeps things light, crunchy, and completely plant-based. For anyone managing alpha-gal syndrome, this recipe is a natural fit: every single ingredient is fruit, vegetable, or spice, with zero mammal-derived products to worry about. There's no hidden dairy, no meat, and no ambiguous additives — just whole, clean produce you can feel confident about. The veggie cups also make this a genuinely fun party platter, colorful enough to impress guests who aren't following any dietary restrictions at all. Make the guacamole just before serving so the avocado stays vivid green and the flavors stay punchy.
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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
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed, finely minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 roma tomato, seeds removed, finely diced
- ¼ tsp ground cumin (optional)
For the veggie cups
- 2 large bell peppers (any color), cut into 2-inch wide strips or rings
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1-inch thick rounds
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the veggie cups: cut the bell peppers into roughly 2-inch wide strips or rings, and slice the cucumber into 1-inch thick rounds. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop a shallow well into the center of each cucumber round, leaving the base intact. Arrange all the veggie pieces on a serving platter.
- 2
Place the avocado flesh in a mixing bowl and add the lime juice and salt. Mash with a fork to your preferred texture — leave it chunky for more body, or mash until mostly smooth.
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