Shellfish Free Paleo Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this appetizer turns classic guacamole into a fully edible, grain-free snack that's as fun to look at as it is to eat. Ripe avocados get mashed with fresh lime juice, jalapeño, cilantro, and diced Roma tomato, then spooned right into hollowed cucumber rounds and crisp bell pepper strips — no chips, no crackers, no fuss. The cucumber cups add a cool, refreshing crunch that plays beautifully against the rich, tangy guacamole, while the bell pepper strips bring a little sweetness to every bite. Everything here is 100% whole-food and plant-based, so you never have to second-guess a single ingredient. It's naturally free from any seafood or ocean-derived ingredients, which makes it a genuinely stress-free choice for mixed gatherings where shellfish allergies are a concern. The prep is straightforward — just some chopping, mashing, and assembling — and the result looks impressive enough to set out at a party or bring to a potluck. Serve it immediately for the best color and texture, and don't be surprised when the platter disappears fast.
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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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