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Avocado Spread with Yogurt and Pumpkin Seeds

This creamy and flavorful spread will elevate your snacks and meals to a new level. You can make it in just 15 minutes with only a handful of ingredients. It's perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a dip for your favorite veggies!
If you are a fan of Mediterranean food, you will love the avocado-yogurt marriage and make it over and over again. The recipe is easy to remember because the list of ingredients is so simple and short. Lemon can be substituted with organic lime or lemon juice. Fresh mint, parsley, or oregano are superb if you don't have cilantro. Ensure your ingredients are organic and fresh, and the result is amazingly creamy and tasty. (See the note below about easy roasting pumping seeds.)
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Appetizer, Dips, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ready-to-eat ripe avocado
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or smashed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro plus some leaves for serving
  • 1/2 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 thinly sliced Serrano or chili pepper to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices toasted sour dough (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prepare all of the ingredients.
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  2. First, check the avocado to ensure it is ripe and ready to mash. Pull the stem gently and remove it. If it’s green underneath, the avocado is ready to eat. (If it does not come off quickly, it needs a few more days. Overripe avocado will have brown color underneath the stem.)
    Slice the avocado in half, crease each with a small knife, and scoop it out. Gently mash avocado with a fork, leaving it a bit chunky.
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  3. Add lemon or lime juice immediately to prevent oxidation. Mix in yogurt and the rest of the ingredients. Spread over four slices of toasted sour dough bread and top with roasted pumpkin seeds and freshly chopped cilantro. Enjoy!
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Notes

I prefer to purchase raw, shelled, organic pumpkin seeds for their natural olive-green hue. Roasting these seeds is straightforward and yields delicious results without the need for additional oil or spices.To begin, spread the pumpkin seeds evenly onto a preheated nonstick skillet. Using a flat wooden spoon, gently stir the seeds to ensure even roasting.
Allow several minutes for the seeds to begin popping and take on a warm brown color, releasing a delightful fragrance as they roast. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning, and turn off the heat as soon as they achieve a golden-brown hue.
For optimum results, fresh and organic ingredients are recommended.