Paleo Avocado Breakfast Boats with Smoked Salmon and Fresh Herbs

Allergens

Fish (salmon)

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe avocados, halved and pitted
• 8 oz smoked salmon, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Optional: 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon zest and juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Set aside.
2. Divide the chopped smoked salmon evenly among the avocado halves, gently pressing the salmon into the flesh.
3. Sprinkle the smoked salmon stuffed avocados with half of the combined fresh dill and parsley.
4. Drizzle each boat with the lemon dressing, then top with cherry tomatoes and red onion (if using).
5. Garnish with remaining herbs, and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect avocado boats is choosing ripe but firm avocados, ensuring they hold their shape when stuffed and sliced.

Notes

Feel free to swap out cherry tomatoes for another type of tomato or even diced bell peppers for added color and flavor.