Grilled avocado halves are a delicious and healthy addition to your grilling out menu. This simple recipe highlights the creamy texture of avocados, enhanced by the smoky flavor from the grill.
Perfect for summer barbecues or as a side dish, this recipe for the grill is easy to prepare and can be customized with various toppings.
Simple Grilled Avocado Halves Recipe
This recipe features ripe avocados cut in half and grilled until warm and slightly charred. They can be served as is or topped with ingredients like lime juice, salt, and spices for added flavor. The grilling process takes about 10 minutes and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- Chili flakes or paprika for garnish (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Avocados: Place the avocado halves cut side down on the grill. Grill for about 4-5 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the avocados are warmed through.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and drizzle with lime juice. Top with chili flakes or paprika and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 160kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
