Avocados provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats (aka good fats), fiber, and nearly 20 vitamins and minerals, making this fruit a nutrient-dense superfood. And these berries—yes, berries—are good for way more than spreading on toast in the morning or chopping up to throw on your favorite chili.
Check out these five avocado recipes from registered dietician Jenna Werner, and get creative to incorporate more avocados into your diet.
Jenna Werner is a New Jersey-based registered dietitian. Follow her on Instagram at @happyslimhealthy.
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In a blender, add:
- 1 avocado
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves,
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice,
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- salt
- pepper
- 1 tbsp water
Blend well until combined. Use this dressing to top roasted vegetables, salads, fish, poultry, or your favorite whole grain.
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Salsa
In a small bowl, combine:
- 1 cup diced strawberries
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 medium chopped avocado
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 medium chopped jalapeño
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- juice of 1 lime
- pinch of sea salt
Mix well and pair with whole-grain or bean-based chips.
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Fries
Peel and slice two avocados and cover with a squeeze of lime. Sprinkle with garlic and herb seasoning, then dunk slices into a high-fiber flour like coconut or oat. Next, dip each slice into egg, then whole-wheat breadcrumbs (or chickpea crumbs). Place slices on a greased baking tray and bake at 400°F for 15 minutes. Pair with chipotle-mayo dip or a mix of plain Greek yogurt and hot sauce.
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Truffles
Blend 1 ripe avocado until mashed consistency is achieved. Set aside. Melt 1 cup dark chocolate chips and mix in with avocado. Add 1 tsp pure vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt. Place mixture in fridge for 20 to 30 minutes. Once batter is set, scoop out and roll into 1-inch balls. Pour unsweetened cocoa powder in one bowl and powdered peanut butter in a second bowl. Alternate rolling truffles through desired powder topping. Store in fridge until ready to serve. Makes 20 truffles.
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Tuna Salad
For a healthier meal, use avocado instead of mayo in your tuna salad. Start with ½ ripe avocado and mash in a medium bowl. Mix with 1 can drained tuna fish, 2 large chopped celery stalks, ½ bell pepper diced, 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup sunflower seeds, a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, and pepper.