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    Keto Taco Stuffed Avocado Boats

    Published: May 31, 2019 · Modified: May 31, 2019 by Jamie · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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    These Keto Taco Stuffed Avocado Boats are a tasty twist on Mexican tacos by using avocado taco boats! An easy low carb meal using taco stuffed avocados! Only 7 grams net carbs!

    Keto taco stuffed avocado boats with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro on a wooden board

    These keto taco stuffed avocado boats are the perfect low carb meal for the summer time! There's something about summer that makes me crave Mexican food - tacos, burritos, guacamole, salsas, agua frescas. I grew up eating my fair share of Tex-Mex food. I absolutely love any kind of twist on Mexican food and these keto taco stuffed avocados are the perfect twist on the traditional taco.

    Keto taco stuffed avocado boats with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro on a wooden board

    Guacamole + Tacos = Keto Taco Stuffed Avocados

    My favorite thing about this recipe is how it marries two of my favorite Mexican dishes - guacamole and tacos! How can you go wrong with this combination? Creamy, fatty avocado topped with spicy taco meat filling and then finished with a squeeze of zesty lime.

    Keto Taco Stuffed Avocado boats on a wooden cutting board with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro

    The best thing of all is that it's also low carb! Every now and then, my body tells me I've been eating too much cake and I would agree. I usually try to avoid process carbs whenever that happens, which always ends up with me wondering what I should eat. I'm slowly starting to build up a collection of tried and true low carb recipes and these keto taco stuffed avocados is definitely making that list!

    Keto taco stuffed avocado boats with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro on a white plate

    Start with your taco filling which is naturally keto friendly. I added chili powder along with some warming spices like coriander, cumin, and paprika. Add a dash of cayenne powder to make it spicy!

    avocados, taco spices, tomatoes, lime, red onion on a wooden board

    While your meat is cooking, chop all the veggies for your taco toppings. Use whatever you would normally put on your tacos. Once your taco meat is ready, all you have to do is assemble the avocado boats.

    taco meat filling in a white bowl with tomatoes, lime, and avocado

    Choosing the perfect avocado

    There's no such thing as the perfect avocado at the store. 🙂 Buy them underripe and ripen them on your counter until they give in just a little when squeezed. That's when they're ready!

    Keto Taco Stuffed Avocado Boats with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro on a white plate

    Serving suggestions for Keto Taco Stuffed Avocados

    • Serve as an appetizer, side, or main entree
    • Add whole lettuce leaves and make lettuce tacos
    • Add your favorite hot sauce or salsa for added heat
    • Perfect for a picnic or bbq since they come in their own bowl!

    Keto taco stuffed avocado boats with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro on a white plate

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    Keto taco stuffed avocado boats with lime, taco meat, tomatoes, and cilantro on a wooden board

    Keto Taco Stuffed Avocado Boats

    These Keto Taco Stuffed Avocado Boats are a tasty twist on Mexican tacos but using avocado taco boats! An easy low carb meal using taco stuffed avocados!
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 4 people

    ☑ Ingredients
     

    • 2 avocados - large

    Taco Meat

    • 1 lb lean ground meat - beef, chicken, turkey can be used
    • ⅓ cup yellow onions - diced
    • ⅓ cup tomatoes - diced
    • 2 cloves garlic - minced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon coriander
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder - optional for spice
    • salt & pepper to taste

    Toppings

    • ½ cup lettuce - shredded
    • ½ cup diced tomatoes - diced
    • ¼ cup red onions - diced
    • ¼ cup cilantro leaves
    • 3 tablespoon cotija cheese - feta can be substituted
    • lime wedges
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    Instructions
     

    • Add oil to a large pan and saute the yellow onions over medium high heat. When it starts to get translucent, add the ground meat and break it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Once cooked through, drain any excess grease from the pan.
    • Next, add the taco seasonings along with ¼ cup of water and allow it to simmer over medium low heat. Once most of the water has reduced, turn off the heat.
    • Cut your avocados in half and remove the pit. Rub lime juice on the surface to keep them from browning.
    • Generously scoop the taco filling into your avocado halves and add the taco toppings. Sprinkle cotija cheese and top and finish with a squeeze of lime.

    ✎ Recipe Notes

    • 7 grams net carbs per avocado half
    • Store any leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 1022mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1085IU | Vitamin C: 15.8mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 4.2mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was and give it a 5 star rating! Tag @drivemehungry to show off your creations! I love seeing your photos!

    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools.

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    1. Irena

      September 16, 2020 at 11:16 pm

      5 stars
      These are great for a picnic! We make up the mixture and serve it in the avocado once we get there. Makes for a tasty and creative lunch - several people have asked me for the recipe 🙂

      Reply
    2. Veronica

      July 22, 2020 at 5:50 pm

      5 stars
      I recently switched to a keto diet, and have been struggling to find fresh tasting food - this recipe is really great. It is fresh and delicious, and the avocado is so satisfying. They also look really lovely!

      Reply
    3. ali randall

      May 31, 2019 at 2:41 pm

      5 stars
      Yum...this looks delicious. Bonus that it is healthy and such a great alternative to traditional tacos.

      Reply
      • Jamie

        May 31, 2019 at 4:52 pm

        Thank you Ali! I'm always looking for an excuse to make tacos and having a healthier alternative is such a bonus!

        Reply
    4. Sara Welch

      May 31, 2019 at 2:32 pm

      5 stars
      This was such a lovely dinner and the presentation is award worthy! Delicious and heartwarming meal!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        May 31, 2019 at 4:51 pm

        Thank you for the kind words Sara! I'm so glad you enjoyed this! 😀

        Reply
    5. Michelle

      May 31, 2019 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      Quite possibly my two favorite things. Tacos and avocados. These look so fresh and delicious.

      Reply
      • Jamie

        May 31, 2019 at 4:50 pm

        Hahaha thanks Michelle! Two of my favorite things too! 😀 I hope you enjoy this recipe!

        Reply
    6. Adrianne

      May 31, 2019 at 2:06 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! Avocados are in season here at the moment, so I can't wait to get some and try this recipe out. It looks great and I am loving the low carb options on your site!! Cheers

      Reply
      • Jamie

        May 31, 2019 at 4:49 pm

        Thank you Adrianne! We're in avocado season here too and I'm in love with it! I'm so happy you're digging the low carb recipes! I hope you love this one! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Krissy Allori

      May 31, 2019 at 1:49 pm

      5 stars
      These are amazing! Give me all the avacado!

      Reply
      • Jamie

        May 31, 2019 at 4:48 pm

        Thank you Krissy! I would give you all of these if I could! 😀

        Reply

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