Paleo Creamy Avocado Spread
Elevate your snack game with this Paleo Creamy Avocado Spread—a quick, vibrant recipe that's as healthy as it is indulgent! Featuring ripe avocados blended to perfection with fresh lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and cilantro, this creamy dip is packed with bold flavors and heart-healthy fats. Sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes bring just the right balance of zest and spice, making it a versatile choice for dipping, spreading, or topping. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this paleo-friendly spread is perfect for anyone seeking a gluten-free, dairy-free, and flavorful addition to their meals. Pair it with veggie sticks, grain-free crackers, or use it to elevate your favorite protein dishes for a truly satisfying treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe avocados
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Instructions
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a food processor.
Add fresh lime juice and olive oil to the food processor.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the processor.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the processor.
Add sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the processor.
Blend all ingredients in the food processor until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides as needed.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning as desired.
Transfer the avocado spread into a serving bowl or airtight container.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days for fresher flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1613 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
