Avocado Relish with Caramelized Onions

• BASIC-EASY
• FAST
• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2. 1 medium onion, cut into 3/4-inch dice
3. Salt
4. Juice of 2 limes
5. 2 garlic cloves, minced
6. 1 red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch dice
7. 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
8. 4 large Hass avocados, cut into 3/4-inch dice
9. 1 tablespoon slivered basil leaves

1. In a medium skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion, season with salt and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until richly browned, about 10 minutes; let cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sautéed onion with the lime juice, garlic, red pepper and jalapeño. Gently fold in the avocado and basil. Season with salt and serve.