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Easy Low Carb Taco Stuffed Avocados Recipe for Quick Healthy Meals

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A quick and easy low carb recipe featuring seasoned ground beef stuffed inside ripe avocados, perfect for healthy lunches or light dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 large ripe avocados
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes or fresh pico de gallo
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Jalapeño slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits carefully. Scoop out a little more flesh if needed to make a roomy bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp of olive or avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink and starting to brown, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper evenly over the beef. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Turn off heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over the meat. Stir in half the chopped cilantro.
  7. Spoon generous amounts of the taco filling into each avocado half. Top with shredded cheese if using, and warm in the skillet or a 350°F oven for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese.
  8. Garnish with diced tomatoes, sour cream or Greek yogurt, jalapeño slices, and remaining cilantro. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use ripe avocados for best texture. Avoid burning garlic. Adjust spice levels to taste. Store leftovers with plastic wrap pressed on avocado surface to prevent browning. Reheat filling separately before stuffing fresh avocado halves.

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Keywords: low carb, taco, stuffed avocados, healthy meals, quick dinner, keto, gluten-free

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