Southwestern Avocado Angels

Experience the bold, vibrant flavors of the Southwest with these charming Southwestern Avocado Angels—bite-sized appetizers that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Nestled in crisp, golden mini phyllo pastry shells, a creamy avocado blend infused with smoky paprika, zesty lime, and aromatic spices takes center stage. Juicy diced cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and optionally fiery jalapeños add bursts of color and flavor, while a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese delivers a savory finish. Perfect for entertaining, these little angels are ready in just 20 minutes and make the ideal crowd-pleasing hors d'oeuvres or snack. With rich textures, bright accents, and bold flavors, Southwestern Avocado Angels are a celebration of southwest-inspired cuisine packed into a single, irresistible bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 15

Ingredients

• 2 whole avocados (ripe)
• 15 pieces mini phyllo pastry shells
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes (diced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 whole jalapeño (seeded and finely diced, optional)
• 2 tablespoons cotija cheese (crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the mini phyllo pastry shells on a baking sheet and bake for 4-5 minutes until lightly crisped. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Step 2

Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 3

Mash the avocado with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving a few small chunks for texture.

Step 4

Add the lime juice, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gently fold in the diced cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and, if desired, the finely diced jalapeño for extra heat.

Step 6

Spoon the avocado mixture into the cooled phyllo shells, filling each shell generously.

Step 7

Sprinkle a small pinch of crumbled cotija cheese over the top of each filled shell for a savory finish.

Step 8

Optional: Garnish each shell with an extra sprig of cilantro or a thin slice of jalapeño for presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Southwestern Avocado Angels!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(693.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1116.6

Total Fat 64.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 12.5mg	0%
Sodium 978.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 26.9g	0%

Vitamin D 3IU	0%
Calcium 187.3mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 2053.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 39.7%