How to Make the Perfect The Air Fryer Taco-Stuffed Avocados That Changed My Dinner Game Forever
Mexican · Easy · 25 minutes min · 4 servings
Delicious taco flavors come together in creamy avocados, made effortlessly in the air fryer.
Why this recipe works
This The Air Fryer Taco-Stuffed Avocados That Changed My Dinner Game Forever recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 25 minutes minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 320 calories with 12g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 16 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 medium avocados
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup corn
- 1 small red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1 lime lime
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Cook the ground beef
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Season the meat
Stir in black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
Step 3: Prepare the avocados
Slice avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop out a bit of flesh to create more space for filling.
Step 4: Fill the avocados
Spoon the beef mixture into each avocado half.
Step 5: Top with cheese
Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the stuffed avocados.
Step 6: Air fry the avocados
Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7: Garnish and serve
Remove from air fryer, drizzle with salsa, and top with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- ground beef → ground turkey
- black beans → chickpeas
- salsa → guacamole
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not preheating the air fryer
- Overstuffing the avocados
- Ignoring proper cooking times
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 320 calories, 12g protein, 15g carbs, 24g fat, 10g fiber.
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