Salmon-Stuffed Avocados

Rich, creamy, and packed with high-quality protein, this Salmon Avocado boat is the perfect solution for a fast and nourishing meal. By pairing flaky canned or smoked salmon with the healthy fats of a ripe avocado, this dish aligns beautifully with expert guidelines on improving cholesterol and heart health, keeping you perfectly full without any heavy carbs.

Origin Salmon-Stuffed Avocados

The concept of utilizing an avocado half as an edible bowl has deep, multicultural roots. This clever presentation honors the rich culinary history of “palta rellena” and stuffed avocados originating in Central and South America, taking a traditional Latin American serving method and updating it with modern, vibrant seafood flavors.

Why I Love This Recipe

I love how incredibly versatile and quick this meal is; it requires absolutely zero cooking and comes together in just a few minutes using simple pantry staples. It acts as a brilliant template for high-protein, low-carb lunch strategies, allowing you to easily swap ingredients, clear out the fridge, and enjoy a fresh, restaurant-quality meal right at your desk.

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Salmon-Stuffed Avocados

Recipe by RecipesVillaCourse: LunchCuisine: GlobalDifficulty: Easy

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

352

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted

• 1 (5 oz) can wild-caught salmon, drained and flaked (or 5 oz smoked salmon, chopped)

• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise

• 1 stalk celery, finely diced

• 1 tbsp red onion, finely minced

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

• 1/4 tsp kosher salt

• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of hot sauce

Directions

• In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained, flaked salmon, plain Greek yogurt, diced celery, minced red onion, fresh dill, lemon juice, kosher salt, and black pepper.
• Mix the salmon salad gently with a fork until all ingredients are evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with extra salt or lemon juice if necessary.
• Slice the avocados in half lengthwise and carefully remove the pits. If desired, scoop out a small spoonful of avocado flesh from the center of each half to create a slightly larger “bowl” for the filling. (You can roughly mash the scooped avocado and mix it right into your salmon salad!)
• Spoon a generous amount of the prepared salmon mixture into the center of each avocado half, piling it slightly high.
• Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, a pinch of red pepper flakes, or a light drizzle of your favorite hot sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

• The Perfect Avocado: Ensure your avocados are ripe but still slightly firm so they hold their shape while you eat them. If they are too soft, the outer “bowl” might collapse.
• Flavor Upgrades: For an extra kick of tanginess, stir a teaspoon of Dijon mustard or a small handful of chopped capers directly into the salmon mixture.
• Storage: This dish is best enjoyed fresh since cut avocados will eventually turn brown. If you want to meal prep, make the salmon salad in advance and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, only halving and stuffing the fresh avocados right before you are ready to eat.