Emulsifier Free Whole30 Olives and Almonds Snack Bowl
Salty olives, crunchy almonds, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumber come together in a bowl that feels indulgent but is genuinely good for you. The simple dressing is just extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice — no emulsifiers, no stabilizers, no ingredient lists to decode. That matters more than it sounds, because so many store-bought dressings and flavored snack mixes sneak in additives that can be hard to spot and harder to avoid. Here, everything is whole and recognizable, which is exactly the point. A scatter of fresh thyme and an optional pinch of red pepper flakes give it a little herby heat that makes it feel like something you'd order at a Mediterranean café. It comes together in minutes with barely any cleanup, making it an easy go-to when you want something satisfying without the fuss. Whether you're deep into a Whole30 reset or just trying to eat cleaner, this snack bowl delivers real flavor with zero compromise.
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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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