Grilled California Avocado Stuffed with Quinoa Mango Salad

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Total Time: 25 min

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Cook Time: 5 min

Prep Time: 20 min

Nutrition Facts

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Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 360

Total Fat 26g

Saturated Fat 3.5g

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g

Monounsaturated Fat 15g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 360mg

Total Carbs 31g

Dietary Fiber 10g

Total Sugars 9g

Protein 7g

Potassium 767mg

Vitamin A 42 mcg; Vitamin C 32 mg; Calcium 41 mg; Iron 2 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 142 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.21 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 4%; Vitamin C 35%; Calcium 4%; Iron 10%; Vitamin D 0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

The warm, creamy grilled avocado offers mouthwatering flavor and a perfectly charred finish that pairs well with the refreshing and zesty quinoa mango salad.

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Serves: 8

Ingredients
Instructions

2 cups white quinoa, cooked and packed 1 mango, diced 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, large stems removed and finely diced 1/2 small red onion, diced 1/2 cup salted roasted pepita seeds 2 green onions, diced 1 jalapeño, seeds and stem removed, finely diced 4 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded, peeled and halved 1/2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp. maple syrup 1/2 tsp. lime juice 1/8 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper Quinoa Salad Dressing Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp. pure maple syrup 2 limes, juiced 1 garlic, minced 1 tsp. salt

Preheat grill to medium heat.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mango, red onion, cilantro, pepita seeds, green onions and jalapeno. Stir well.
Lightly brush the avocado halves with olive oil, maple syrup and lime juice. Sprinkle the avocado flesh with salt and pepper.
When the grill is fully preheated, place the avocados (flesh side down) directly overtop the burners. Keep the heat on medium heat and do not move the avocados once placed on the griddle. After five minutes check one avocado to see if it easily lifts off. If it does, they all should be ready to take off the grill.
On a serving platter or large plate arrange the grilled avocados, grill side up. Place two large spoonsful of the quinoa salad in the avocado’s well.

Quinoa Salad Dressing Instructions:

In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients and set aside until ready to use.

Serving Suggestion: For some more spice, consider topping with red pepper flakes.

Beverage Pairing: Serve alongside a glass of fresh-squeezed juice to compliment the sweetness of the mango.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

It’s a good idea to brush a little oil on the cut side of a California Avocado before grilling. They are also delicious in a host of other entrée recipes, from stove top to oven-baked to multi-cooker preparation.