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    Home » Recipes » BBQ Cooking & Baking

    Stuffed Grilled Avocado Boats

    *Updated* Dec 13, 2023 Published: June 14, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 78 Comments

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    Stuffed Grilled Avocado Boats are presentation perfect. Great for lunch on the patio.

    Avocado halves stuffed with Mexican corn and topped with salsa verde. The perfect summer appetizer for bbq parties. Try them alongside these chili lime seasoned chicken skewers.

    Grilled Avocado Boats stuffed with Mexican corn.Pin

    Grilling stone fruits are so easy. Have you tried Grilled Plums? They can be sweet or savory. Great as a dessert or side dish.

    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for these grilled and stuffed avocados can be found at the bottom of this post.

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    Grilling fresh fruit brings out the natural sweetness, with a hint of smoky flavour. This summer salsa recipe is sweet, tangy, and bursting with Caribbean flair.

    If you love avocado toast, you need to try this recipe. This is the first time I have stuffed avocados. In fact, it is the first time I have grilled them too. Hubby doesn’t even like avocado and he devoured these!

    Luscious, creamy avocado is easily scooped out of the skin with a spoon. I guarantee once you try it you will be hooked. The filling can even be prepared in advance. These avocado boats can be eaten warm or cold. Perfect for easy summer meals.

    Mexican corn stuffed grilled avocado halves.Pin

    I love the presentation of food stuffed into food.

    • Quinoa Stuffed Peppers are perfect for dinner.
    • Grilled Mushroom Caps make a great starter for a bbq party.
    • Sausage and Apple Stuffed Squash are a must for Thanksgiving dinner.
    • Mushroom Bites are a fun tribute to Canada’s 150th birthday.
    • Cucumber Boats are great with a glass of wine on the patio.
    • Guacamole Bites will be the hit of the party.

    We love entertaining outdoors. Easy and delicious recipes are a must so we can enjoy the weather and spend time with our family and friends. Hubby is the grill master, so I get a break from all the cooking.

    This Grilled Stuffed Avocado Recipe Needs:

    Ingredients for making grilled avocado recipe.Pin
    • Avocados
    • Avocado Oil
    • Frozen Corn
    • Mexican seasoning blend
    • Bell Peppers
    • Mayonnaise
    • Lime Juice
    • Salsa Verde
    • Parmesan Cheese
    • Jalapeno Pepper
    • Fresh Parsley

    Be sure to continue reading, I have included suggestions and recipe tips below.

    How To Grill and Stuff Avocados

    This is a 2 step process. Full instructions are in the recipe card below.

    Making the corn filling for the avocado boats.Pin
    • Cook the corn in a skillet.
    • Add the stuffing ingredients.
    • Mix and set aside.
    Grilling the avocado halves.Pin
    • Cut the avocados in half.
    • Brush with oil.
    • Grill.
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    • Stuff the Mexican corn filling into the cooked avocado.
    • Garnish.
    • Enjoy.
    Corn stuffed avocado boats.Pin

    Stuffing avocados has just become my new favourite way to enjoy them. Next time I am going to try adding this Pineapple Mango Salsa for a tropical treat.

    Suggestions/Recipe Tips

    Corn – I used frozen corn which is always in my freezer. You can use fresh corn. Adjust cooking time. You can also grill fresh corn on the cob as you would for Elote.

    Seasoning – Mexican seasoning works great. You can also make up your own blend. Oregano, smoked paprika, chili, cumin, or whatever combination you like.

    Jalapeno – I used pickled, but fresh works just as well. Adjust according to your taste.

    Oil – I love using avocado oil for grilling because it has a high heat point. Vegetable or olive oil is another option.

    Lime Juice – Fresh lime or bottled juice, either will work. Lemon is a good alternative.

    Toppings – Salsa verde is fantastic. Regular salsa and pico de gallo are great alternatives. You can also switch up the cheese to another variety. Try feta, cheddar, or blue cheese. Cilantro is a great substitute for parsley.

    Serving – The filling can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge until ready to use. Once the avocados are off the grill, just stuff and serve. You can also prepare these ahead of time and place them in the fridge. They can be eaten warm or cold.

    Hint – If you want the boats not to topple over, before filling, cut a small slice off the bottom of the grilled avocado. Just enough to create a flat surface. It will make your boat sit level.

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    FAQ (Questions and Answers)

    Can you eat brown avocado?

    Yes, you can. It looks less appetizing for sure, but it tastes the same.

    How should you store fresh avocados?

    If you want firm avocados to ripen, leave them on the counter at room temperature. If you have some ripe avocados you would like to keep a little longer, place them in the fridge.

    How long will they last once cut?

    About 3-4 days. Be sure to add some acid like lime juice to help keep them from going brown.

    Can you freeze fresh avocado?

    Yes. Cut it into chunks, or mash it. Add some lemon or lime juice, and seal tightly to keep as much air out as possible. It will last for about 6 months in the freezer.

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    Looking for other ways to eat avocado in recipes? Here are some delicious suggestions:

    • Sushi Salad
    • Mediterranean Tuna Salad
    • Banana Popsicles
    • Chocolate Pudding
    • Devilled Eggs
    • Avocado Spread
    • Hot Italian Salsa
    • Avocado Bread

    Be sure to check out all the delicious grilling recipes for summer eating fun.

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    Grilled Avocado Boats stuffed with Mexican corn.

    Stuffed Grilled Avocado Boats

    These grilled avocados are stuffed with Mexican corn and garnished with salsa verde. The perfect summer appetizer for your next bbq party.
    5 from 84 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, bbq side
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 323kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • 2 avocados
    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
    • 1 teaspoon Mexican seasoning
    • 2 ounces bell pepper diced
    • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 4 teaspoons salsa verde
    • 4 teaspoons grated parmasen cheese
    • 1 jalapeno pepper diced (more or less according to taste)
    • 1 lime juiced
    • fresh parsley for garnish
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    Instructions

    To Prepare Filling:

    • Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado in a skillet over medium-high heat.
      2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • Add the frozen corn kernels and cook for 1 minute.
      1 cup frozen corn kernels
    • Add the Mexican seasoning and continue to cook until the kernels start to brown (about 5-6 minutes).
      1 teaspoon Mexican seasoning
    • Remove from heat, place in a bowl and allow to cool for several minutes.
    • Toss in the diced bell pepper, diced jalapeno and mayonnaise. Mix well.
      2 ounces bell pepper, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1 jalapeno pepper
    • Set aside until ready to use. If you are making the filling ahead of time, cover and place in the fridge until needed.

    To Grill Avocados:

    • Cut avocados in half and remove the pit.
      2 avocados
    • Preheat the grill to medium-high.
    • Brush the avocados with the remaining tablespoon of avocado oil.
      2 tablespoons avocado oil
    • Place on grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes. You should get some nice marks from the grill.
    • Remove from heat, brush with the lime juice. Set on a serving plate.
      1 lime

    To Stuff:

    • Pile the corn mixutre on the grilled avocado halves.
    • Top each avocado boat with 1 teaspoon of salsa verde, and 1 teaspoon of parmasen cheese.
      4 teaspoons grated parmasen cheese, 4 teaspoons salsa verde
    • Garnish with parsley.
      fresh parsley

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 154mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 735IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 1mg

    Notes

    Hint – If you want the boats not to topple over, before filling, cut a small slice off the bottom of the grilled avocado. Just enough to create a flat surface. It will make your boats sit level.
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    Comments

    1. Bernice

      July 10, 2024 at 12:02 am

      I’ve had stuffed avocados before but they’ve never been grilled. I like how it activates the flavour of the avocado which was, of course delicious with the Mexi flavoured stuffing.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        July 10, 2024 at 10:04 am

        These grilled avocados are always a hit, and the presentation and is stunning too.

    2. Leslie

      July 09, 2024 at 11:15 am

      Loving all the goodness here in this Stuffed Grilled Avocado Boats recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        July 09, 2024 at 3:23 pm

        These are fun to make and so delicious.

    3. Sonja

      July 09, 2024 at 4:31 am

      I know you said appetizer, but I couldn’t resist making this a full dinner by having two of them with fresh crusty bread. These are just so good!
      The salsa verde added just the right amount of zesty freshness. I could have probably munched through even more of them.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        July 09, 2024 at 8:57 am

        I totally agree, I can make a meal on these too. So glad you enjoyed them.

    4. Nora

      July 08, 2024 at 12:14 pm

      These grilled avocado boats turned out perfectly! So flavorful! Our guests loved this appetizer!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        July 08, 2024 at 3:36 pm

        These are a hit with our guests too.

    5. NK

      July 08, 2024 at 9:58 am

      These are so fun!! We are mildly obsessed with avocados on our house so excited to have another go to recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        July 08, 2024 at 3:36 pm

        This grilled avocado is presentation perfect and so delicious.

    6. Elizabeth

      June 19, 2024 at 9:39 am

      These stuffed avocados taste as good as they look! They were a hit for dinner last night and we can’t wait to make them again.

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        June 19, 2024 at 9:49 am

        So glad you enjoyed these stuffed avocados. They are always a hit here too.

    7. Amy Liu Dong

      June 18, 2024 at 10:31 am

      This is such a great-looking dish the presentation makes it so enticing and very tempting! Plus it looks amazingly delicious and healthy meal to have! Loved it!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        June 19, 2024 at 9:51 am

        I love the presentation of these too. So easy and so delicious.

    8. Melinda

      June 17, 2024 at 5:31 pm

      This was my first time grilling avocados, and they turned out great! I served this as a hearty appetizer and my guests loved the unique presentation. The avocado boats were also filling enough to keep everyone satisfied until I served a late dinner. I’ll definitely be making these again!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        June 18, 2024 at 9:18 am

        These grilled avocados are alway a hit at bbq parties. Just like Mexican corn salad in a boat.

    9. Jacqueline

      June 17, 2024 at 12:32 pm

      This was the first time I had grilled avocado and we loved it. The filling is absolutely delicious. Thanks for a great recipe!

      Reply
      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        June 18, 2024 at 9:18 am

        You are welcome. We really enjoy these tasty avocado boats too.

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