GRILLED AVOCADOS WITH TOMATO AND CHEESE

Avocados offer almost 20 vitamins and minerals in every serving, and are low in sugar and high in fiber. They also contain a good amount of monounsaturated fat, aka the “good” kind of fat. Topping a grilled avocado with grilled tomato and a sprinkling of cheese makes this appetizer both nutritious and delicious.

SERVES 6
3 ripe avocados
3 small ripe tomatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons feta or goat cheese Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
2. Cut avocados in half and remove the seeds, then slice tomatoes in half. Brush all halves with olive oil.
3. Grill tomatoes cut side down over direct heat until they begin to char, about 2 minutes. Set aside to cool.
4. Grill avocados cut side down until grill marks begin to appear, about 2–3 minutes.
5. When cool enough to handle, dice the tomatoes and mix them in a small bowl with the cheese of your choice.
6. Top each avocado half with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture, then season with sea salt and black pepper.