Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Grilled Avocado with Fresh Tomato Salsa


Makes: 4 Servings
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 2 Minutes

2-Avocados
1-large tomato, cored and cut into ½-inch cubes
1-tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2-teaspoon of finely chopped seeded jalapeno
1-tablespoon finely chopped scallion
1-teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1-teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil plus additional for grilling
1/8-teaspoon salt plus additional to taste

1. Halve the avocados length-wise; pit and peel. Slice a thin layer from the rounded bottom of each half so that it sits flat.
2. in a small bowl, combine the tomato, cilantro, scallion, jalapeño, lime juice, 1 teaspoon oil and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Add salt to taste if necessary.
3. Heat the grill to high. Brush avocado halves lightly with oil; grill 1 minute a side, until lightly charred.
4. Place avocado halves on a platter; spoon tomato salsa into wells. Serve immediately.
Per Serving
141 calories