Grilled Avocado with Mediterranean Salad Recipe
Elevate your culinary experience with the Grilled Avocado with Mediterranean Salad. This recipe introduces the creamy allure of grilled avocado to the invigorating palette of Mediterranean ingredients. The result? A dish that intertwines indulgence and freshness, making it a star player for your next light meal or appetizer spread.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced roasted red peppers
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 green onion minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 Tablespoons minced parsley
- 3 ripe avocados halved with pit removed *Be careful not to choose super soft avocados. They should have some give, but not be very soft
- 3 teaspoons lemon juice
- Additional salt and pepper for seasoning avocados and additional olive oils to brush on avocados
Instructions
Grilled Avocado:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Drizzle the avocado halves with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the avocados cut-side down on the grill. Grill for about 2-3 minutes, until grill marks appear.
- Remove from the grill and set aside.
Mediterranean Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to combine.
Assembling:
- Arrange the grilled avocado halves on a serving plate.
- Spoon the Mediterranean salad into the avocado halves, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with additional crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
Tips:
- Choose ripe but firm avocados for grilling to ensure they hold their shape.
- Customize the Mediterranean salad by adding ingredients like bell peppers or artichoke hearts.
- For extra smokiness, consider grilling the red onion slices before adding them to the salad.
Nutritions (Per Serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Total Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 550mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 10g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 8g