Avocado Bacon Boats Recipe

Indulge in these savory Avocado Bacon Boats! This recipe, inspired by the Junior League of Mobile, AL's '1 of a Kind' cookbook, elevates the classic avocado boat with crispy bacon and a tangy twist. Each creamy avocado half is loaded with a vibrant mixture of bacon, sour cream, juicy tomatoes, and zesty onions. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 15 minutes! Perfect as a satisfying appetizer or a light lunch – you'll want seconds!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 418.1 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Avocado Bacon Boats

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Ingredients for Avocado Bacon Boats

  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • Tomatoes
  • Green Onions
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Avocados

How to Make Avocado Bacon Boats

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook 4 slices of bacon until crispy. Crumble and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons sour cream, 1/4 cup diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Cut 3 ripe avocados in half lengthwise, remove pits, and gently scoop out the pulp, leaving about 1/8 inch of avocado flesh in the shells. Dice the avocado pulp and add it to the bowl with the other ingredients.
  4. Stir in the crumbled bacon.
  5. Fill each avocado shell generously with the bacon and avocado mixture.
  6. Serve immediately. Garnish with extra bacon crumbles and a sprinkle of fresh herbs (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

57g

Carbs

3g