Stuffed Avocado

Stuffed Avocado is a versatile dish where a ripe avocado is halved, pitted, and filled with a flavorful mixture. The filling is typically a savory salad, such as tuna, chicken, or egg salad, often mixed with mayonnaise, herbs, and vegetables. It is a popular, low-carb meal or appetizer in many Western cuisines, particularly in the United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in healthy fats and protein while being very low in carbohydrates. It provides a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins like K and C, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	9 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	7 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	485 mg
Vitamin K	21 mcg
Folate	81 mcg
Vitamin C	7 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Magnesium	29 mg
Vitamin E	2.1 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.8 mg

Per 1 stuffed avocado half (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, it's a standout for combining the monounsaturated fats from the avocado with protein from the filling, making it a very satiating meal. Culturally, it's a modern, health-conscious twist on classic stuffed vegetables, often featured in keto and paleo diets.