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GRILLED GUACAMOLE

Guacamole lovers won’t be able to get enough of this smoky grilled version of the classic dip.

—Lindsay Sprunk, Brooklyn, NY


Prep: 10 min. • Grill: 10 min. + cooling • Makes: 12 servings

1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-in. slices

2 plum tomatoes, halved and seeded

1 jalapeno pepper, halved and seeded

2 Tbsp. canola oil, divided

3 medium ripe avocados, halved and pitted

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

2 Tbsp. lime juice

2 tsp. ground cumin

3/4 tsp. salt

Tortilla chips

1. In a large bowl, combine the onion, tomatoes, pepper and 1 Tbsp. oil; gently toss to coat. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in. from heat until tender and charred, turning occasionally, 6-8 minutes. Brush avocados with the remaining oil. Grill or broil avocados, cut side down, 4-6 minutes longer or until charred. Cool vegetables completely.

3.  Chop onion, tomatoes and pepper; set aside. Peel avocados; transfer to a large bowl and mash with a fork. Stir in the vegetables, cilantro, lime juice, cumin and salt. Serve immediately with chips.

Note Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Per 1/4 cup: 85 cal., 8g fat (1g sat. fat), 0 chol., 152mg sod., 5g carb. (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g pro.