My name is Aris. Aris is pronounced (heiress) and I'm not sure what the meaning is. Several years ago, when I was asked what my name meant, I replied that Aris was a Greek Sexx Goddess (what can I say I'm a romance writer). Unfortunately, my husband happened to be near, he looked over at me, rolled his eyes, and said very loudly "I wish". I've moved on to another story, which happens to be true. I was born in the seventies to a pair of hippies, real hippies. Having said that, I think I got off lucky with the name Aris. It could have been much worse, Fruit Stand or something like that. So, Aris it is.

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Ahh…Grilled Avocados So Yummy!

I love grilled avocados. I’ve been eating a lot of them lately. The smoky flavor is so rich and delicious. I view this buttery green fruit as a superfood. And is perfect for my vegetarian diet.
Avocados are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins C,K, folate, and B6. Half an avocado has 160 calories, 15 grams of heart-healthy unsaturated fat, and only 2 grams saturated fat. One globe contains more than one-third daily value of vitamin C, and more than half the day’s requirements of vitamin K.
Here’s a simple recipe that I love.
Grilled Avocado With Salsa
3 avocados, halved
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
Salt & pepper to taste
Greek yogurt & Salsa
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Half avocados then salt and pepper. Whisk together the lime juice and olive oil in a small bowl. Brush each avocado half with the lime juice marinade.
Place each prepared avocado half, flesh side down, over the hot grill. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until grill marks appear and the avocado is warm, but not overly mushy. Don’t flip!
Remove the avocado halves from the grill and fill the hole with salsa (I like mine to be room temp) and top with yogurt.
Squeeze a wedge of lime over the avocado halves and a little cilantro.
Enjoy!
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Posted by Aris Whittier at 10:14 AM

9 comments:

  1. Hi Aris,
    This sounds so yummy! I am going to have to try it out for myself!
    Thanks for posting this - I like colllecting food ideas, especially ones that are easy and quick to make - time is limited in our house!

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    1. Schez, this is so easy and quick. You are going to love it. My kids love them too so sometimes we grill them up for lunch.

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  2. Oh my gosh! I looooove avocados! I have never heard of grilling them! This I have got to try. I have a George Foreman grill that would be perfect for this.
    And I also love lime!
    Way to go girl friend!

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    1. Oh also check out my smoothies on my itsJUSTme blog - http://itsjustme-wendy.blogspot.com/

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    2. The lime is so good on them! Refreshing! I only eat just a half, so it's good on calories ;o)

      I'm off to check out your smoothies...

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  3. OMG! I have to try these! Avocados are in our daily diet here at home.

    Btw, I nominated you for the Liebster Blog Award!

    http://vonniesreadingcorner.blogspot.com/2012/07/liebster-blog-award.html

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  4. Vonnie, thank you for the award...I will head on over to your site and check it out.

    You simply must try grilling an avocado...they are so good.

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  5. I love avocados- but have neverhad them like this! I cannot wait to make these. They are making my mouth water and are the perfect summer treat!
    ~Jess

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  6. Jess,

    Let me know what you think when you give them a try!

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