Avocado & Smoked Salmon Cucumber "Boats/Toasts"

As a gluten-free gal, I am constantly missing what I call the “crunch factor”. For me, this one craving is what I find hardest to fulfill when not enjoying all things gluten and, interestingly enough, it is most commonly missed with my breakfasts (hence the reason why I typically turn to all things granola). Never the less, I find myself missing all the glorious toast combinations that fill my IG page and breakfasts of my past. Reminiscing over the delighted feeling that came over me when I discovered the idea of sweet potato toasts, I realized that there are plenty of other vegetables that can not only replace this bread base, but also pack some serious crunch. One of my favorite toast/bagel combinations of avocado, smoked salmon, and cucumber immediately came to mind. Then, ding went the lightbulb. Welcome to the world, cucumber boats (or toasts… unsure what we’re going with yet). This breakfast, or snack, provides all the things my morning self is searching for. Plus, slab on some cream cheese (of which my kitchen was not stocked with), and now you’re really talking. The cucumber boat/toast is your easel and you are Picasso! Get painting.

Ingredients (serves 2):

• Cucumber (1)

• Avocado (1)

• Smoked salmon (1/2 package)

• Olive oil

• Red pepper flakes

• Chili lime seasoning (or cayenne pepper & 1 lime)

• Salt

• Pepper

Directions:

1. Wash the cucumber

2. Slice the ends of the cucumber off and then place flat on one bottom

3. Slice the cucumber vertically into 4-5 slabs that are ~ ¼ inch thick

4. On each slab, mash the avocado and then top with the smoked salmon

5. Drizzle with olive oil and season with chili lime seasoning, salt, and pepper

6. Enjoy!

Allergen Information:

• Gluten Free

• Soy Free

• Dairy Free

• Whole30

• Paleo

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