Avocado With Bell Pepper And Tomatoes Recipe

This vibrant and refreshing Avocado with Bell Pepper & Tomato Salad is the perfect light lunch, party appetizer, or healthy weeknight meal! Served directly in the avocado shell, it's as beautiful as it is delicious. A simple recipe inspired by Whole Living (Jan/Feb 2012), this salad is bursting with fresh flavors and is ready in minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 425.8 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avocado With Bell Pepper And Tomatoes

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How to Make Avocado With Bell Pepper And Tomatoes

  1. Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 clove minced garlic, and a pinch of cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Season the dressing with salt to taste.
  3. Cut two ripe avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pit, and gently scoop out the avocado flesh. Chop the avocado flesh into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped avocado with 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color), 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes, 2 tablespoons chopped scallions, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the avocado mixture and season with salt to taste.
  6. Gently toss to combine.
  7. Spoon the salad mixture back into the avocado halves.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

24g

Carbs

10g