Baked Avocado Boats

Baked Avocado Boats are a delightful fusion of creamy avocado and savory seafood, baked to perfection and topped with a zesty sauce. This dish is a healthy, high-protein option that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Avocado - 2 large
• Canned tuna in water - 200 grams, drained
• Greek yogurt - 4 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chopped fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Shredded cheese (optional) - 1/4 cup

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop out a little extra flesh to create a larger cavity for the filling.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
4. Spoon the tuna mixture into each avocado half, pressing down slightly to pack it in.
5. If using, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each filled avocado.
6. Place the avocado boats on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from avocados that can help improve heart health.
• High in protein from tuna, aiding in muscle maintenance and satiety.

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