Pescatarian Paleo Smoky Paprika Guacamole Veggie Cups
Creamy, smoky, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of dip that disappears fast at any gathering. Smoked paprika and cumin give the mashed avocado a warm, almost campfire-like depth, while lime juice and cilantro keep everything bright and lively. Instead of chips, bell pepper strips and hollowed cucumber rounds serve as the vessels — crisp, refreshing, and genuinely satisfying in a way that feels a little fancy without any extra effort. The whole thing is built entirely from whole, plant-based ingredients, so there's nothing to second-guess on the label and no processed fillers sneaking in. It's naturally a great fit for anyone eating plant-forward or avoiding meat, since every component is fresh produce and spice. Serve it straight from the platter and dust the tops with that final pinch of smoked paprika — it makes the presentation look effortlessly put-together. Whether this is your party appetizer or your weeknight snack situation, these little cups are genuinely hard to stop eating.
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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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