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)
Avocado With Bell Pepper And Tomatoes

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Ingredients for Avocado With Bell Pepper And Tomatoes

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Lime
  • Garlic Clove
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Coarse Salt
  • Avocado
  • Yellow Bell Pepper
  • Cherry Tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish

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.

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

1 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

24g

Carbs

10g