Avocado Stuffed Eggplant Boats

Avocado Stuffed Eggplant Boats - A Delicious and Healthy Dish
Avocado Stuffed Eggplant Boats are a perfect combination of healthy and delicious. This dish is a great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet while still enjoying a flavorful meal. The dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 2 large eggplants
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin

Cooking Tips:

- Choose eggplants that are firm and shiny with no bruises or soft spots.
- To make the eggplant boats, cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh with a spoon, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
- Brush the eggplant boats with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper before baking to enhance the flavor.

Cooking Process:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh with a spoon, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edges.
3. Brush the eggplant boats with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Bake the eggplant boats for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
5. While the eggplants are baking, prepare the avocado filling. In a bowl, mash the avocados with a fork.
6. Add the cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cumin to the mashed avocados. Mix well.
7. Once the eggplant boats are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
8. Spoon the avocado filling into the eggplant boats.
9. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Appearance and Taste:
Avocado Stuffed Eggplant Boats are a beautiful and colorful dish that is sure to impress your guests. The eggplant boats are tender and flavorful, while the avocado filling is creamy and tangy. The combination of flavors and textures is simply irresistible. This dish is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Type of Dish:
Vegetarian Appetizer
Main Ingredients:
Eggplant, Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes