Best Avocado Recipes and Meal Ideas
Rich and creamy in texture, but mild in flavour, avocados are a brilliantly versatile ingredient and can be used in everything from smoothies and salads to guacamole dip. Discover the tastiest recipes with avocado HelloFresh has to offer.
Smashed Avocado Recipes
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Avocado Toast Recipes
Avocado Salad Recipes
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How to: Avocado - FAQs
How many calories are in an avocado?
An average avocado contains around 320 calories, largely from its 20g of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.
How to ripen avocado?
Leave avocados at room temperature for up to a week, checking by gently squeezing. They should feel slightly soft when ripe.
How to tell if an avocado is ripe?
If the nub at the top comes off easily and the flesh beneath is green, your avocado is perfectly ripe and ready to enjoy.
How to stop avocado going brown?
Squeeze lemon juice over the flesh to slow browning—this works well for both cut avocados and guacamole.
How do I store avocado?
Store avocados at room temperature until ripe. Once ripe, refrigerate them to slow down further ripening.
Is avocado a fruit?
Yes, avocado is technically a fruit—specifically a berry with a single large seed.
What does avocado taste like?
Avocado has a mild, creamy flavour with a hint of nuttiness, pairing well with both sweet and savoury dishes.
How do I eat an avocado?
Cut it open, remove the stone, and scoop out the creamy flesh to enjoy on its own or in recipes.
How do I serve avocado?
Serve mashed on toast, sliced in salads, blended into smoothies, or paired with proteins like chicken, prawns, or salmon.
Should you cook avocado?
Avocado is best eaten raw, but it can be lightly grilled or baked—though cooking alters its texture and flavour.
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