GRILLED AVOCADO
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If you are an avocado fan like me, this is definitely one to try! Grilled avocado is creamy and luscious with a wonderful earthy, smoky flavour. Serve it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner as part of a main or side dish. Here are some ideas on how to enjoy it:
as a side dish topped with pico de gallo, Rich Greens microgreens or fresh herbs, Eaton Hemp hemp hearts, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil (pictured)
sliced on top of salad, tacos, nachos, or toast
as a light main, filled with ceviche or chicken, tuna, chickpea, or quinoa salad
diced and added to fresh mango or tomato salsa
inside a sandwich, grilled cheese, or quesadilla
made into homemade guacamole (on toast below)
Avocados are incredibly nutritious and contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals (vitamin K, folate, potassium) as well as heart-healthy fats, fibre, and powerful disease-fighting antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin. Research suggests that avocado consumption may help to lower cholesterol levels; relieve arthritis symptoms; promote eye health, healthy blood pressure & weight control; and even reduce the risk of certain cancers.
Ingredients:
2 firm but ripe avocados
juice from one lime or lemon (optional)
1 to 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
salt & pepper, adjusted to taste
pinch or two of chili powder, or seasonings of choice (optional)
Directions:
Preheat grill to medium-high.
Slice avocados in half and remove the pits. Drizzle the cut sides with fresh lime juice (optional) then brush with olive oil. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper and a pinch or two of chili powder (optional).
Place cut sides down on grill and cook for 5 minutes or until grill marks form.
Remove from grill, adjust seasoning to taste, serve (see ideas above) and enjoy!
Grilled Avocado served with pico de gallo, Eaton Hemp hemp hearts, microgreens, Kosher salt, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Grilled Avocado made into guacamole and served on toast with Eaton Hemp toasted hemp seeds, flaked salt, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.