Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 can

fire-roasted tomatoes

diced

0.13 cup

onion

diced

3 clove

garlic

minced

1 tbsp

white wine vinegar

1 tbsp

lime juice

0.25 tsp

cayenne pepper

ground

0.25 tsp

crushed red pepper

0.5 tsp

salt

4 sprig

cilantro

chopped

1 unit

avocado

halved, pitted

1 tbsp

lime juice

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

cilantro

chopped

1 unit

lime

cut into wedges

1 pinch

salt

1 tbsp

low-fat sour cream

1 tbsp

low-fat Greek yogurt

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the salsa ingredients: fire-roasted tomatoes, diced onion, garlic, white wine vinegar or lime juice, cayenne or crushed red pepper, salt, and cilantro.

Step 2
~2 min

Pulse the salsa ingredients in a food processor or blender until chopped and blended to your preference.

Step 3
~2 min

Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove the pit from each avocado half.

Step 5
~2 min

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil.

Step 6
~2 min

Brush each avocado half with the lime juice marinade.

Step 7
~2 min

Place each prepared avocado half, flesh side down, over the hot grill.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the avocado is warm, but not overly mushy.

Step 9
~2 min

Remove the avocado halves from the grill.

Step 10
~2 min

Fill the hole, left by the pits, with salsa.

Step 11
~2 min

Squeeze a lime wedge over the avocado halves.

Step 12
~2 min

Sprinkle lightly with salt.

Step 13
~2 min

Top the salsa with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if using.

Step 14
~2 min

Consume with a fork or use baked pita chips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a milder salsa, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeno before blending.

Grill the avocado halves just until warm to prevent them from becoming too mushy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Salsa can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or side dish.

Pair with grilled chicken or fish for a light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Grilled Fish
Tortilla Chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Avocados and salsa are staples in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
BBQ
Cinco de Mayo

Popularity Score

65/100

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