Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the avocados in half and carefully remove the pits. Scoop out a bit of the flesh to create space for the filling.
- Set the avocado halves aside on a baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the meat with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Spoon the meat filling into each avocado half, packing it in generously.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of each filled avocado.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Notes
- For an extra kick, mix in some diced jalapeños with the meat.
- Feel free to swap the ground meat for shredded chicken or a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 avocado half
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg