Black Pepper Free Paleo Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, vibrant, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at any gathering. Ripe avocados get mashed with bright lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and diced Roma tomato for a dip that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. The genius move here is swapping chips for bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds — they hold the guacamole beautifully and add a satisfying crunch that honestly makes the whole thing feel more like a composed appetizer than a simple snack. For anyone navigating a black pepper sensitivity, this recipe is a natural fit because the heat and complexity come entirely from fresh jalapeño and cumin rather than any added pepper. No sneaky spice blends, no seasoning packets — just clean, whole ingredients you can see and control. The optional cumin adds a subtle earthiness that rounds everything out without overwhelming the fresh flavors. Scoop generously, serve immediately, and watch it vanish.
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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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