Loaded Baked Avocado

This baked avocado is loaded with cheese and bacon! It makes a fantastic low carb alternative to a baked potato and is an easy lunch for one!

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So.... I had an amazing idea for making a low carb version of loaded baked potatoes - but using avocado. I recently posted my recipe for Loaded Cauliflower Mash - and without realizing it I've used lots of the same toppings! Can't go far wrong with bacon and cheese, I guess!

Avocado is a surprisingly good replacement for a baked potato, if you can get over the idea of eating it warm - which I know that some of you aren't keen on! If you DO like avocado warm - you just HAVE to try my Avocado Fries! Seriously moreish! 

How to Make a Loaded Baked Avocado

Place a ripe avocado (stone removed and halved) on a baking sheet, cut side up. You might like to skim a little of the skin off the base so that the avocado stands level. Broil for 2-3 minutes until warmed through. Use a fork to gently mash the avocado in it's skin, seasoning with salt and pepper. Transfer one half of the avocado flesh to the top of the other, and discard the empty skin.

This would be lovely with a dollop of sour cream, too!

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Loaded Baked Avocado

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If you're craving a loaded baked potato - try a loaded baked avocado instead! It's a great low carb alternative!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Makes: 1 Serving

Net Carbs: 5

Calories: 406

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

 

• 1 avocado halved and stone removed
• salt and black pepper
• 2 tbs shredded cheese
• 1 tbs bacon bits
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives

Equipment

• Aluminum Sheet Pan & Silicone Baking Mat Set, (Quarter Size)

Step-by-Step Instructions

 

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1. Preheat the broiler (overhead grill).
2. Place the avocado on a baking sheet, cut side up. Broil for 2-3 minutes until warm through.
3. Use a fork to gently mash the avocado in it's skin, seasoning with salt and pepper. Transfer one half of the avocado flesh to the top of the other. 
4. Add the cheese and then return the avocado to the broiler until the cheese has melted. 
5. Sprinkle the bacon and chives over the top to finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 406kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 10gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 241mgFiber: 13gSugar: 2gNet Carbs: 5g

Notes

5g net carbs (whole recipe)

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is my best approximation. Net carbs are calculated as the total grams carbs minus the total grams of fiber.