Grilled avocado with lime

Grilled avocado with lime is a simple yet flavorful dish where ripe avocado halves are lightly charred on a grill or pan, then typically finished with a squeeze of fresh lime juice. The core ingredients are avocado, lime, and often a pinch of salt, making it a staple in modern Mexican and Californian cuisine that highlights the fruit's natural creaminess.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in healthy monounsaturated fats and provides a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins like K and C. A typical serving (one avocado half) generally contains around 120-160 calories, with minimal carbohydrates and protein.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	240 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	13 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	727 mg
Vitamin K	31 mcg
Folate	121 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Magnesium	44 mg
Pantothenic Acid	1.4 mg

Per 1 medium avocado, halved and grilled (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a fresh, minimalist approach to cooking that lets a single ingredient shine, often served as a side or appetizer in health-conscious and fusion cooking. Nutritionally, grilling slightly softens the avocado and can enhance its buttery texture, while the lime juice adds a bright contrast and helps prevent browning.