Grilled Avocado
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5
Grilled Avocado
Description
This recipe slices ripe avocados in half, removes the pit, and immediately applies fresh lime juice to prevent browning and add brightness. The flesh is lightly oiled and salted before grilling flesh side down over indirect heat at 400-425°F. The avocado grills untouched for 4 to 6 minutes, developing clear grill marks and a slight softening without mushiness. This cooking method adds a subtle smoky flavor and enhances the avocado's creamy texture.
The grilled avocado is served hot, sprinkled again with salt and lime juice for freshness. An optional addition of tahini sauce on top introduces a nutty, savory layer that complements the fruit's buttery flesh. This dish can be a unique appetizer or side with a gentle balance of creaminess, citrus, and smokiness.
Ingredients
- 2 avocados whole ripe
- 1 tablespoon lime juice more as needed, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil more for the grill
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
Instructions
- Clean the grill grates, oil them, and preheat the grill to 400 F to 425 F.
- Slice the avocados in half lengthwise. Remove the pit, and immediately squeeze fresh lime juice on top of the flesh.
- Slightly brush the avocado flesh with oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the avocado halves flesh side down over indirect heat on the grill.
- Grill with the lid open for 4 to 6 minutes, without moving them, to get the nice girl marks. The avocado is done when it becomes slightly tender.
- Remove from the grill. Serve with more lime juice, sprinkle with salt, and if you want add a bit of tahini sauce on top.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 385 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 385kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Sodium | 596mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 984mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 297IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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