Oats Free Paleo Guacamole Veggie Cups

Total time20 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

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Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this appetizer turns classic guacamole into a handheld bite that's as fun to eat as it is to look at. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and diced Roma tomato for a guacamole that's chunky, vibrant, and deeply satisfying. Instead of chips, bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds do all the scooping — giving you a crisp, refreshing vessel that actually complements the richness of the avocado. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with nothing more than a fork and a good knife, making it an effortless option for parties, snack boards, or a light lunch. Since every ingredient here is whole and naturally grain-free, there's zero need to scan labels or worry about hidden fillers sneaking into your spread. The cucumber cups are especially clever — just a quick scoop with a melon baller and they hold the guacamole beautifully without getting soggy. Serve it immediately for the best color and texture, and don't skip tasting for salt and lime at the end — that final adjustment is what makes it pop.

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Ingredients

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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