Description
Avocado taco boats are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, featuring creamy avocado halves filled with savory ground meat and fresh toppings. These easy-to-make edible vessels are perfect for casual gatherings or a fun family dinner. Each bite delivers a flavor explosion that combines zesty seasonings and fresh ingredients, making these taco boats a must-try dish for any taco lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning to the meat and stir in water as per package instructions; simmer until thickened.
- Slice avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop out some flesh to create larger cavities.
- Generously fill each avocado half with the seasoned meat mixture.
- Top with shredded cheese, diced vegetables, and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. Finish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 avocado half (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg