Cinnamon Free Paleo Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this appetizer is the kind of thing that disappears from the table before you even sit down. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and tomato, then spooned generously into crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds for a snack that's as beautiful as it is satisfying. The veggie cups do double duty as both vessel and ingredient, keeping everything grain-free and naturally whole without any workarounds or substitutions. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this recipe is a genuine win — the ingredient list is clean and straightforward, with cumin listed as optional so you can easily leave it out and still land on something deeply flavorful. The lime juice keeps the guacamole vibrant and fresh, while the combination of textures — cool cucumber, crunchy pepper, silky avocado — makes every bite feel intentional. It comes together with just a bowl and a fork, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying the food. Serve it at a gathering or keep it all to yourself; either way, no one is going to miss the chips.
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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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