Turmeric Free Whole30 Cucumber Avocado Cups
Cool, crisp cucumber rounds filled with chunky, lime-bright avocado make for a snack or appetizer that feels both fresh and a little fancy without any real effort. The filling comes together with just a fork — ripe avocado mashed with lime juice, red onion, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper — so there's no cooking involved and barely any cleanup. Each bite delivers a satisfying contrast between the cool crunch of the cucumber cup and the creamy, zesty filling inside. Because every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, you never have to second-guess what's in it or scan a label for hidden spices that might not work for your needs — cumin is the only ground spice in the mix, and it's listed right there. A little jalapeño and red pepper flakes are optional, so you can dial the heat up or down depending on who's eating. These are best served immediately after filling so the cucumber stays crisp and the avocado stays vibrant, making them a great last-minute party bite or a light afternoon snack.
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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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