Hot avocados? Absolutely! Grilled avocados are unique, delicious, and ready in minutes.
A grilled avocado is elegant in its simplicity – simply brush with lime juice and place on the grill to infuse the earthy fruit with savory smoke. The grill marks make for a delightful presentation and you can really up the ante in serving the salsa smack dab in the middle, replacing the pit.
Ingredients:
2 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 cups fresh salsa, optional for half shell version
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.