For a delightful and healthy appetizer or light lunch, look no further than avocado halves stuffed with tomato and feta. This vibrant dish combines the creamy richness of avocado with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes and the salty savoriness of feta cheese. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply seeking a satisfying and nutritious meal, this recipe is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and textures.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
AVOCADO HALVES STUFFED WITH TOMATO AND FETA
Halved avocados are the base for many quick meals like this Mediterranean one.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 2 halves
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Halve avocado lengthwise, and remove the pit. Top each half with tomato and feta. Drizzle with lemon juice, and garnish with chives and pumpkin seeds. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
TOMATO-STUFFED AVOCADOS
Karol Chandler-Ezell of Nacogdoches, Texas begins her meal with the very attractive and tasty Tomato Stuffed Avocados. They are packed with chopped tomatoes, onions and lots of basil flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, gently toss the tomatoes, onion, basil, salt and pepper. Spoon into avocado halves; drizzle with lime juice.
Nutrition Facts :
FETA STUFFED AVOCADOS
This is from "Can-Am Cooks", from the Can-Am world police and fire games. Posted for ZWT #6!
Provided by Cadillacgirl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 avocado halves, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine feta, red pepper, green onion, olives, oregano, olive oil and vinegar, stir well, and set aside. (this can be made ahead, covered and refrigerated until about an hour before serving).
- Just before serving, cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pit and discard.
- Brush the surface of the pulp with lemon juice, fill the cavities with the stuffing mix and serve immediately!
TOMATO SALAD-STUFFED AVOCADOS
My husband requests this every year for his birthday. It's so pretty and looks like you fussed. You'll be the only one who knows how simple it is to make. -Charmie Fisher, Fontana, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Spoon into avocado halves. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
BAKED STUFFED AVOCADOS WITH QUINOA, TOMATOES AND FETA
Make and share this Baked Stuffed Avocados With Quinoa, Tomatoes and Feta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Glori-B
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Cook 1 cup of quinoa in 2 cups of water, or according to your package directions.
- Slice avocado in half, remove pit and cut the avocado criss-cross (be careful not to cut through the skin) and then remove avocado pieces and set aside in large bowl. Retain skins. Set aside.
- Dice tomato, add to avocado. Gently stir to combine.
- When finished cooking, add quinoa to avocado and tomato. Gently stir to combine.
- Mound avocado, tomato, quinoa mix into avocado shells. Top with feta cheese. Bake 12 minutes / until feta is melted.
- Serve hot. Salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.3, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 433.6, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 3, Protein 11.7
BACON STUFFED AVOCADOS
They are what they sound like. Delicious. Serve as appetizer. Doesn't need too much sauce. Just adds the perfect amount of flavor!
Provided by jessielee1389
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.
- Mix butter, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic in a saucepan; cook and stir mixture over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle avocado halves with salt; fill each half with crumbled bacon. Drizzle sauce over filled avocados.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 40.5 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 413.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
STUFFED AVOCADO WITH SPICY BEANS & FETA
This super speedy meal is packed with vegetarian sources of protein - top creamy avocados with spicy kidney beans and crumbled cheese
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Supper
Time 11m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put the cumin seeds in a small pan on the hob and lightly toast. Tip into a large bowl and mix with the beans, lime zest and juice, tomatoes, shallot, chilli and coriander. Crumble in the feta and gently toss.
- Serve on top of the avocado halves, scattering with a few extra coriander leaves and squeezing over a little extra lime from the wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 12 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 2.2 milligram of sodium
CUCUMBER SALAD
The perfect summer salad: Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad
Provided by Six Sisters
Categories Salad
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion together in a bowl. Toss until well combined.
- Carefully add in diced avocados and feta cheese crumbles.
- Toss gently so that the avocados and cheese do not fall apart.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing mixture over salad and toss gently until combined.
- If not serving immediately, wait to add avocados to avoid them browning.
AVOCADO FETA SALSA
A chunky, savory summer salsa that tastes great with pita or tortilla chips.
Provided by SRICE_53098
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Avocado Salsa Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, gently stir together tomatoes, avocados, onion, and garlic. Mix in parsley and oregano. Gently stir in olive oil and vinegar. Then stir in feta. Cover, and chill for 2 to 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 107.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color and slightly soft to the touch. Avoid avocados that are too hard or too soft, as they may not be ripe or may be overripe.
- Prepare the avocados properly: Cut the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Use a spoon to scoop out some of the flesh from each avocado, leaving a thin layer around the edges.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your dish. Use fresh, ripe tomatoes, feta cheese, and herbs for the best results.
- Don't overstuff the avocados: You want the avocados to be filled with the tomato and feta mixture, but you don't want them to be so full that they're bursting at the seams. If you overstuff the avocados, they may fall apart when you eat them.
- Chill the avocados before serving: This will help to firm them up and make them easier to eat. You can also drizzle the avocados with olive oil or lemon juice before serving to add some extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Avocado halves stuffed with tomato and feta make a delicious and refreshing appetizer or snack. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. For a spicier dish, add some chopped jalapeño or red pepper flakes. For a more savory dish, add some crumbled bacon or chopped olives. No matter how you choose to make them, avocado halves stuffed with tomato and feta are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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