Chipotle-Cheddar Broiled Avocado Halves

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In this avocado side-dish recipe, zesty avocado halves are topped with melted Cheddar cheese and broiled until golden brown. You can serve these healthy avocado halves as a side dish with grilled chicken or steak.

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The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters.

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Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

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Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings, 1/2 avocado each
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Low-Sodium High-Fiber Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 2 ripe but firm avocados, halved and pitted, skin left on

  • ¼ cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 1 small chipotle chile in adobo (see Tip), minced (about 1 teaspoon), or to taste

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, plus 4 wedges for serving

  • Pinch of salt

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler to High.

  2. Place avocado halves on a baking sheet.

  3. Thoroughly combine cheese, chipotle, lime juice and salt in a small bowl. Evenly divide the cheese mixture among the avocado halves. Broil 3 to 4 inches from the heat source until the cheese is bubbling and beginning to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm with lime wedges.

Tips

Chipotle chile peppers in adobo sauce are smoked jalapeños packed in a flavorful, spicy sauce. Look for the small cans with Mexican foods at large supermarkets. Once opened, they'll keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or 6 months in the freezer.

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2013

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

192 Calories
17g Fat
9g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1/2 avocado
Calories 192
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g 7%
Total Fat 17g 22%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Vitamin A 219IU 4%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Folate 84mcg 21%
Sodium 100mg 4%
Calcium 60mg 5%
Iron 1mg 3%
Magnesium 31mg 7%
Potassium 497mg 11%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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