Hazelnut Free Paleo Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this appetizer turns classic guacamole into a fun, handheld bite that's as beautiful on a platter as it is satisfying to eat. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, and tomato, then spooned right into crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds — no chips, no crackers, just pure produce. The veggie cups add a satisfying crunch that plays perfectly against the rich, velvety guacamole, and the whole thing comes together with nothing more than a fork and a spoon. Since every single ingredient here is whole and plant-based, there's zero concern about hidden nut derivatives or cross-contact from processed snack foods. The optional ground cumin adds a subtle warmth that takes the flavor just a little deeper without overpowering the fresh lime and herb notes. It's the kind of crowd-pleasing snack that disappears fast at parties, and it's just as good as a light lunch or a colorful side alongside grilled proteins.
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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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