Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Boats
Savory avocado halves encased in smoky bacon, baked until golden with a hint of garlic and lemon. Perfect for a low-carb starter or light dinner. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 37 minutes pairs medium avocado, bacon, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 medium avocado
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2, zest and juice lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut each avocado in half lengthwise, remove pits, and scoop out 1/4 of the flesh to create a shallow well in each half.
- Step 2: Wrap each avocado half with 1 slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if needed. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 3: Sprinkle minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper evenly over bacon-wrapped avocados. Bake for 20-22 minutes until bacon is crisp and edges of avocado begin to brown.
- Step 4: Squeeze 1 tbsp lemon juice over each avocado half just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Boats take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Boats?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Boats?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Boats for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Avocado Boats low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
