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Haute Grilled Avocados
Total Time:
4min
Cook Time:
4min
Ingredients
Serves: 4| 2 | As neededs | ripe, Fresh California Avocados* |
| 2 | Tbsp. | fresh lime or lemon juice |
| 1 1/2 | Tbsp. | olive oil |
| As needed | Seasoned salt to taste | |
| 1/2 | cup | fresh salsa, optional for half shell version |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- For Grilled Slices:
Cut avocado in half, seed, peel, and slice. Drizzle with fresh lime or lemon juice and brush lightly with olive oil. Gently place slices on grill over hot coals for 2 minutes on each side. Season with salt to taste. - For Grilled Half Shells:
Cut avocado in half and remove seed. Drizzle with fresh lime or lemon juice and brush lightly with olive oil. Gently place cut side down on grill over hot coals for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt to taste. Optional: fill with fresh salsa or your favorite fresh ingredients.
Serving Suggestions:
Makes a great accompaniment to grilled meats or fish.
Beverage Pairings:
California Avocados pair well with just about any beverage!
*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.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Half Avocado Without Salsa Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories 200; Total Fat 19 g (Sat 2.5 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 2 g, Mono 13 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 120 mg; Potassium 503 mg; Total Carbohydrates 10 g; Dietary Fiber 6 g; Total Sugars 1 g; Protein 2 g; Vitamin A 129 IU; Vitamin C 14 mg; Calcium 12 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 78 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 2%; Vitamin C 25%; Calcium 2%; Iron 2%
Half Avocado With Salsa Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories 220; Total Fat 20 g (Sat 3 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 3 g, Mono 14 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 190 mg; Potassium 552 mg; Total Carbohydrates 11 g; Dietary Fiber 7 g; Total Sugars 2 g; Protein 7 g; Vitamin A 148 IU; Vitamin C 16 mg; Calcium 13 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 82 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0 g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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