Description
Grilled Avocado with Veggie Salsa is a simple yet flavorful Mediterranean appetizer featuring creamy avocados grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh, tangy vegetable salsa. This healthy, vegetarian and gluten-free dish is perfect for a light snack or party starter.
Ingredients
Scale
Avocado
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pits removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Veggie Salsa
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat to ensure it’s ready for grilling the avocados.
- Prepare Avocados: Brush the cut sides of the avocado halves with olive oil, then lightly season with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Grill Avocados: Place the avocados cut side down on the grill. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until attractive grill marks appear and the avocado is warmed through but still firm.
- Make Veggie Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro. Add lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then gently toss everything to combine evenly.
- Assemble and Serve: Spoon the fresh veggie salsa into the center of each grilled avocado half. Serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Add crumbled feta or cotija cheese for extra flavor and creaminess.
- For a spicy kick, mix in finely diced jalapeño or a pinch of chili flakes to the salsa.
