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Aussie Protein-Packed Avocado Smash

Discover this delicious and nutritious Aussie Protein-Packed Avocado Smash recipe, perfect for a high-protein diet and designed to energize your day!

🕒 Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: None - Total: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Australian

Allergens

Tree nuts (almonds, sunflower seeds)

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1/4 cup roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Halve the avocados and remove the pits. Scoop out the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the avocado until slightly chunky with a fork or potato masher.
  3. Add lemon juice, chopped basil, and parsley to the bowl, stirring well to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Gently fold in the roasted almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and cherry tomatoes until evenly distributed.

Chef’s Insight

The balance of healthy fats and proteins in this dish will keep you feeling full and energized throughout the day.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste; add extra herbs for an even fresher flavor.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the fresh and nourishing foods typically found in Australian cuisine.