5-Minute Avocado Snack (Quick, Easy & Healthy!)
This 5-minute avocado snack idea is quick, easy, and healthy. It’s been one of my go-to snack recipes for years. Avocado is paired with balsamic vinegar, along with a number of (optional) topping and serving ideas!
Have you ever wondered if you can eat avocado as a snack, or what snacks to make with avocado? This avocado balsamic vinegar recipe has been one of my go-to easy snacks for about a decade. It’s so quick, tasty, and always hits the spot!
All you need are 4 simple ingredients for this easy avocado snack. That said, I’ve included a handful of other serving ideas and topping ideas for you in this post if you want to jazz things up 🙂
As a dietitian, I’m happy to share that avocados are packed with nutrition benefits (outlined below). They’re rich in fiber and healthy fats, two things that keep you feeling full and satisfied between meals.
Want more easy snack recipes? Check out my roundup of 30+ healthy snacks for more ideas. You may also enjoy these spicy tuna seaweed snacks or my go-to peanut butter greek yogurt bowl!
All You Need Are 4 Ingredients!
This “recipe” is SO easy and all you need are 4 main ingredients:
- a perfectly ripe avocado
- balsamic vinegar
- salt
- pepper
Full ingredient measurements and detailed instructions are located in the recipe card at the bottom of this post!
Additional Topping Ideas
You can enjoy this recipe with just the above 4 ingredients, OR you can add additional toppings like:
- a sprinkle of seeds, like hemp seeds or chia seeds
- other seasonings, like everything but the bagel seasoning, Italian seasoning, or Herbamare
- a squeeze of lemon juice
Additional Serving Ideas
While I love eating this straight with a spoon, you can also serve it alongside:
- rice crackers
- regular crackers (I love these almond flour ones or these seedy ones)
If you want to increase the protein content, you can enjoy this one with a side of:
- hard boiled eggs
- a handful of nuts (like almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
- cold cuts, like roasted turkey
How To Make This An “On-The-Go” Snack
Want to bring this avocado snack along with you to the office or to school? Here are my tips:
- don’t cut the avocado and bring a small knife to cut it at work…OR you can cut the avocado in half and store it in an avocado hugger or reusable beeswax wrap
- pour balsamic vinegar into a small container with a lid, already mixed with salt + pepper
- bring a spoon, crackers or other sides (as desired), and dig in 🙂
Avocado Nutrition Benefits
Avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, which give them their signature smooth texture and mouthfeel!
Fats are super important for many processes in the body and they help your body absorb any fat-soluble nutrients present in the other ingredients in a meal.
Fats also digest slower, which means they’ll help you feel fuller and more satisfied for longer. This is especially important for a healthy snack, which is designed to keep you full between meals 🙂
Avocados are also an excellent source of dietary fibre, with one fruit providing about 40% of your daily fibre needs.
In terms of micronutrients, avocados are a good source of:
- vitamin C
- vitamin B6
- vitamin E
- vitamin K
- folate
- magnesium
- potassium
Love avocados? Check out my roundup of over 30 healthy recipes with avocados for more inspiration!
More Healthy Snack Ideas
- No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
- Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Bowl
- No-Bake Trail Mix Granola Bars
- Chocolate Coconut Date Balls
- Baked Apple Nachos
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Get the Recipe: 5-Minute Avocado Snack (Quick, Easy & Healthy!)
Ingredients
- 1/2 a medium avocado
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt + pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cut a ripe avocado in half lengthwise. Remove pit (if using the side with the pit).
- Pour balsamic vinegar into the empty space where the pit used to be.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve as is or with any other toppings as desired (see notes for ideas). Dig in with a spoon + enjoy immediately!
Notes
- a sprinkle of seeds, like hemp seeds or chia seeds
- other seasonings, like everything but the bagel seasoning, Italian seasoning, or Herbamare
- a squeeze of lemon juice
- rice crackers
- regular crackers (I love these almond flour ones or these seedy ones)
- hard boiled eggs
- a handful of nuts (like almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
- cold cuts, like roasted turkey
Nutrition
As a dietitian, I create recipes with whole food ingredients that provide the nutrients needed for optimal health. My nutrition philosophy does not focus on numbers; however, I understand that this information can be helpful.
Do note that the nutrition info provided is an estimate and I cannot guarantee correctness of the displayed values. These numbers will differ depending on brands used, recipe modifications, and amount eaten. If you require specific nutrition information due to medical reasons, please consult with your dietitian or physician.
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