GRILLED GUACAMOLE

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If you're a guacamole lover, try this fun grilled version that has a smoky flavor. The veggies tend to darken a bit when heated, so stir it gently to prevent further discoloration. -Lindsay Sprunk, Noblesville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 plum tomatoes, halved and seeded
1 jalapeno pepper, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
3 medium ripe avocados, halved and pitted
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine onion, tomatoes, pepper and 1 tablespoon oil; gently toss to coat. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in. from heat until tender and charred, turning occasionally, 6-8 minutes. Brush avocados with remaining oil. Grill or broil avocados, cut side facing the heat, until charred, 4-6 minutes. Cool vegetables completely., Chop onion, tomatoes and pepper; set aside. Peel avocados; transfer to a large bowl and mash with a fork. Stir in vegetables, cilantro, lime juice, cumin and salt. Serve immediately with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges