Avocado really is a super food. Not just because of all of the nutritional benefits, but because there is so much you can do with it. No longer confined to Mexican food, you can put it in an omelette, turn it in to ice cream, make a chocolate dessert with it, add it to chilli or turn it in to a soup. Here are 30 avocado recipes for you to try.
We are HUGE fans of avocado here at Hungry Healthy Happy. Even just with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of sea salt and eaten with a spoon it is a great snack. But, there is SO much more you can do with it. So, if you have ever wondered how to eat avocado - we have got you covered.
We are sharing 30 of our favourite avocado recipes that show just how versatile this fruit is. Think you don't like avocado? Give some of these a try, as there are sure to change your mind.
If you have never tried avocado before, these recipes are a great place to start and if you are already a fan of avocado, then I am sure you will enjoy all of these avocado recipes!
30 Avocado Recipes
How to pick the perfect avocado
The key is to pick a ripe but not over-ripe avocados. We like Hass avocados. Try to look for avocados that give a bit to a gentle squeeze. But you don't want one that it too soft, as it will be over ripe. If you knock off the stem at the end to reveal the flesh, you should be able to see that it is nice and green and not brown.
Don't worry if when you cut in to it there are some bruised or brown bits, as you can scoop those out and discard before smashing the rest up.
To store unused halves of avocado, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and place in fridge - it will be good until the next day. Don't worry if it goes a little brown, as you can just scrape that bit off and you will be left with bright green avocado.
If you’ve tried any of these avocado recipes, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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Kate says
I have so many new recipes to try now. The egg baked in avocado sounds really good. Thanks for sharing all of these.
Dannii says
it's a great breakfast!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Love this post, Dannii! I'm literally drooling as I read this. Avocados are my absolute favorite! I'm pinning just about every one of these, as I think I could eat avocados just about every day!
lucie says
I love this post! Avocado is so creamy and I love how you can hide it in things to give that extra butteriness to a dish.....my fave is to have it on toast though or in a salad...yum!
Dannii says
Just on toast with some lemon is a classic.
Lucy says
I have recently discovered eggs and avocado together and I have been seriously missing out. It's ny favourite way to eat avocado.
Dannii says
You really have! I would eat it every day for breakfast.
Julie says
I think I love avocado nearly as much as you do, so I can't wait to try all of these. I would have never thought to put it in to a soup. Great idea!
Dannii says
I am looking forward to trying the soup too.
David @ Spiced says
Holy cow! This is an awesome collection of recipes, Dannii! We eat the heck out of avocados around here...especially when the weather just starts to warm up a bit. I'm totally hanging on to this post for some fun ideas. Thanks for sharing, and happy Monday!
Dannii says
Happy Monday to you too David! I hope it is avocadolicious!
Layla says
Mmmmm kale and avocado. 2 of my favourite things. Great roundup! Xx
Dannii says
Thanks :)
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
YOU ARE BRILLIANT
Dannii says
When it comes to Avocado I am!
Anna @AnnaTheApple says
WOW. Lot of good recipes there! I need to eat more avocado - I'm clearly missing out! Love the goat's cheese and avocado combo in the sandwich...mmm.
Dannii says
I think I need to eat less avocado haha.
Laura says
Well, I actually despise avocado which is ironic since I have a health condition in which avocado is the number 1 food I need to be eating! So I'm so glad you posted this ~ because I need to eat it, and maybe incorporating it in new ways will help me get it down since that's what the dr. ordered. Thanks!!!
Dannii says
Oh no! Have you tried it in a smoothie? You can't taste it, but you get all the benefits.
Amanda says
I love avocado, but I never know what to do with it beyond guacamole, so thanks for all the ideas. That frittata looks amazing.
Dannii says
The frittata is a favourite in our house :)
Penny says
I am drooling over the screen. I love avocado.
Dannii says
It goes without saying, but me too :D
Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says
You can't beat a creamy avocado, I'm addicted. Thanks for including my recipe. :-)
Dannii says
You're welcome :)
Arman @ thebigmansworld says
No guesses what I'm left craving now...
Dannii says
I am ALWAYS craving avocado!
Jessica @ Jessica in the Kitchen says
I literally just cut an avocado yesterday! I'm so obsessed with them and it helps that my friend has an avocado tree. Love all these brilliant ideas Dannii!
Dannii says
I would LOVE a friend with an avocado tree. They would be my best friend haha