Tomatoes Stuffed with Guacamole

Tomatoes Stuffed with Guacamole 4-6 medium tomatoes Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 2-3 avocados, peeled, pitted, and mashed 2 Tbs finely chopped onion 2 Tbs chopped cilantro (coriander leaves) 1 tsp fresh lime or lemon juice 1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped (optional) Lettuce leaves for garnish (optional) Cut a slice off the top of the tomatoes and scoop out the insides to leave a thick shell. Sprinkle the inside with salt and allow to drain upside down for 15 minutes. Mix together the avocado, onion, cilantro, lime juice, optional jalapeños, salt, and pepper and stuff the tomatoes with the mixture. Serve chilled or at room temperature on a bed of lettuce leaves if desired. Serves 4 to 6.