Citric Acid Free Whole30 Olives and Almonds Snack Bowl
Salty, briny olives meet crunchy roasted almonds, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumber in a snack bowl that feels genuinely satisfying without any fuss. The dressing is just a quick whisk of extra-virgin olive oil and a small squeeze of fresh lemon juice — a much gentler acid source than the citric acid that sneaks into so many packaged snacks and store-bought dressings. That single swap makes a real difference for anyone keeping a close eye on processed acid additives, since fresh lemon juice delivers brightness without the concentrated, manufactured form. A scatter of fresh thyme and an optional pinch of red pepper flakes round everything out, giving the bowl an herby, slightly warm finish that keeps each bite interesting. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, which makes it an easy go-to when you need something nourishing and whole-food-based fast. Everything here is straightforward and recognizable — no hidden ingredients, no label-reading stress, just real food tossed together and ready to eat.
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2 servings
- 1 cup mixed olives, pitted
- ½ cup roasted almonds, unsalted
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup cucumber, diced
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the olives, almonds, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice until combined.
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