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Grilled Stuffed Avocados with Pico de Gallo

Grilled Stuffed Avocados with Pico de Gallo
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Grilled Stuffed Avocados with Pico de Gallo is a quick, healthy, and colorful dish featuring smoky grilled avocados filled with fresh, zesty pico de gallo. This recipe combines creamy textures with vibrant flavors, making it perfect for summer BBQs or light meals that impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

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For the Avocados

  • 2 ripe avocados (firm but slightly soft)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Pico de Gallo

  • 2 ripe Roma or vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup white onion, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pico de Gallo: Dice tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro finely. Combine in a bowl and squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste, then stir gently to let flavors meld while prepping the avocados.
  2. Prep the Avocados for Grilling: Cut avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Use a spoon to scoop out a bit more flesh, creating a deeper cavity for stuffing. Brush avocado halves lightly with extra virgin olive oil to prevent sticking and aid grilling.
  3. Grill the Avocados: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the avocado halves flesh-side down on the grill grate and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until grill marks appear and avocados are warm but still firm.
  4. Stuff the Avocados: Remove avocados from the grill. Carefully fill each cavity with the prepared pico de gallo, allowing the fresh juices to soak into the charred avocado for a smoky and fresh flavor blend.
  5. Final Seasoning and Serve: Drizzle a touch more lime juice or olive oil if desired, and sprinkle additional salt, pepper, or chopped cilantro on top before serving. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use firm but ripe avocados to ensure they hold shape on the grill.
  • Grill just long enough for nice marks to avoid mushy avocados.
  • Make pico de gallo fresh right before serving for vibrant flavors.
  • Brush avocados with olive oil to prevent sticking and add a slight crispy finish.
  • Remove jalapeño seeds to tone down spiciness without losing flavor.

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Keywords: grilled avocados, pico de gallo, healthy appetizer, summer BBQ, fresh salsa, stuffed avocados

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