Cashew Free Whole30 Cucumber Avocado Cups
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds cradling a bright, chunky avocado filling — this appetizer is the kind of thing that disappears from a platter before you even sit down. The filling comes together with fresh lime juice, red onion, cilantro, and a touch of cumin, giving it that punchy, layered flavor that makes people ask for the recipe. Each bite is refreshing and satisfying at the same time, with just enough heat from optional jalapeño and red pepper flakes if you want to turn things up. Because every ingredient here is whole, simple, and plant-based, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or sneaky nut-based fillers that can show up in store-bought dips and snacks. The cucumber cups themselves are a clever, no-fuss vessel — no crackers, no bread, just clean crunch that keeps everything light. These are ideal for entertaining, meal prep snacking, or anytime you want something that looks impressive but takes almost no effort to pull off.
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4 servings
For the cups
- 2 large english cucumbers
For the filling
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 3/4-inch thick. Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop a shallow well into the center of each round, leaving the bottom intact to form a cup. Arrange the rounds on a serving platter.
- 2
Scoop the avocado flesh into a small mixing bowl. Add the lime juice, red onion, cilantro, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mash and stir with a fork until the mixture is chunky but cohesive, with no large unbroken pieces of avocado remaining.
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