Recipe Description:
Avocado halves with refried beans and cheese are the ultimate comfort snack—with a healthy twist. Creamy avocados make the perfect edible bowl for a cheesy bean filling topped with salsa. This satisfying snack is a good source of fiber and contributes healthy fats that help keep you full longer with fewer calories. Whether you’re looking to manage your weight or simply make smarter snack choices, this easy recipe delivers big flavor and balanced nutrition in every bite.
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Servings:
- Recipe serving size: 1 stuffed avocado half
- Number of servings:
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup reduced-sodium vegetarian refried beans
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted and peeled – use each half as a bowl
- 1/4 cup mild salsa, store-bought
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Place refried beans and cheese in an oven-safe pan. Bake until the cheese is melted (about 2 minutes).
- Scoop the cheesy bean mixture into the avocado halves. Top with salsa.
Nutrition Facts
2 servings per recipe
Serving Size 1 serving (250g)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 360 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 26g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 40% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 13g | - | |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% | |
| Sodium 540mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 24g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber 7g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars 3g | - | |
| Includes 0g Added Sugars | 0% | |
| Protein 13g | - | |
| Vitamin D 0.2mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium 250mg | 20% | |
| Iron 2.0mg | 10% | |
| Potassium 880mg | 20% | |
| Vitamin A 190mcg | 20% | |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin E 2.8mg | 20% | |
| Vitamin K 25mcg | 20% | |
| Thiamin 0.15mg | 15% | |
| Riboflavin 0.33mg | 25% | |
| Niacin 2.4mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B6 0.42mg | 25% | |
| Folate 115mcg DFE | 30% | |
| Vitamin B12 0.31mcg | 15% | |
| Pantothenic Acid 1.7mg | 35% | |
| Choline 40mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus 270mg | 20% | |
| Magnesium 75mg | 15% | |
| Zinc 2.3mg | 20% | |
| Selenium 14mcg | 25% | |
| Copper 0.34mg | 40% | |
| Manganese 0.44mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
