PCOS Friendly Paleo Smoky Paprika Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, smoky, and packed with fresh flavor, this guacamole-loaded veggie cup situation is the kind of snack that feels indulgent without working against your body. Ripe avocados bring healthy monounsaturated fats that support hormone balance, while smoked paprika, cumin, and a hit of cayenne give every bite serious depth. The whole thing is naturally grain-free and free from refined carbs, which matters when you're managing blood sugar and insulin levels — two key factors for anyone navigating PCOS. Instead of chips, crisp bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds do the scooping, adding fiber and anti-inflammatory nutrients without the blood sugar spike. Roma tomato and fresh cilantro fold in brightness that keeps the guacamole tasting vibrant and light. It comes together quickly with just a bowl and a fork, making it an easy win for meal prep snacking or a crowd-pleasing appetizer that happens to be genuinely good for you.
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4 servings
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 roma tomato, seeded and finely diced
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
For the veggie cups
- 2 large bell peppers (any color), cut into 1 ½-inch wide strips or rings
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1-inch thick rounds
For serving
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Cut the bell peppers into 1½-inch wide strips or rings, trimming away the seeds and white pith to create shallow, scoop-shaped cups. Using a small melon baller or teaspoon, hollow out the center of each cucumber round, leaving a ¼-inch base intact to form a cup. Arrange all veggie cups on a serving platter.
- 2
Place the avocado flesh in a mixing bowl and mash with a fork to your preferred texture — leave it slightly chunky for the best result.
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