Introduction
Avocado is one of nature’s food treasures which is rich in nutrients and can be prepared in a variety of ways. It obviously goes without saying that avocados can be incorporated into any recipe once you are a cook or even if you are just learning how to cook. Here, then, are some specific, tasty ideas for using avocados.
1. Avocado and Chickpea Salad
Cucumber salad is best when served chilled and can be consumed for lunch or as a delicious side dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- Handful cherry tomatoes.
- Juice of 1 lemon.
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Salt and pepper needed
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, put the avocados in chunks, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
2. Top with fresh lemon juice and good quality olive oil.
3. To it, add the salt and pepper to season the dish.
4. Mix well without stirring and then serve the casserole immediately.
2. Avocado toast with a twist
The classic avocado toast is one of the most famous breakfast dishes but this one has something special.
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chilli flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Grill the bread slices till they are crisp and brown.
2. In bowl, avocado should be mashed and only a pinch of salt does it need.
3. Place the mashed avocado gently on one side of the toast so that it completely covers the surface of the toast.
4. Finally, spread the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the asset.
5. Lastly, pour a bit of honey over it and sprinkle it with chili flakes for the final spicy-sweet goodness.
Avocado toast like you’ve never seen before should become a staple breakfast or snack at your place pretty soon.
3. Creamy Avocado Pasta
In case you’re in the mood for a yummy creamy pasta without having to use heavy cream, this Avocado pasta recipe should interest you.
Ingredients:
- Your choice of pasta (12 ounces)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cloves garlic
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Shredded Parmesan Cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta until it is complete tenderness as indicated by the packet directions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, in a food processor, pureé the avocados, garlic, lime juice, basil leaves and olive oil until smooth.
3. Now sprinkle some salt and pepper into the avocado sauce to taste.
4. Pour off the liquid and place the pasta back into the pot.
5. Put the avocado sauce on the pasta and stir to coat the pasta well.
6. Stir and serve immediately, with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese if you prefer.
The Bottom Line
Topping them on taste and texture, avocados can be incorporated into almost any type of dish, whether it’s a salad, toast, pasta, or dessert. These are easy, healthy and tasty to give you a boost for the inclusion of more avocado recipes in your meals.
If you want to show off your personal creativity with avocado recipes, feel free to send a request to the Write for Us Food section.
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