With a simple avocado you can create various types of meals. Not only are they really good for you, because of the numerous nutrients and vitamins that they contain, but they also have a unique consistency that lends itself to multiple recipes. Whether you want a meal or a snack, you should give these recipes a try!
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1. Avocado toast.
This minimalistic recipe only requires toast, an avocado, and olive oil (if you want). To spice it up you can add Sriracha, lemon juice, or salt and pepper. This is perfect and easy to make for a light breakfast.
2. Avocado smoothie.
For this recipe your base is avocado and ice, but you can also blend in other fruits such as bananas, pineapples, strawberries, etc. You can also add milk, honey, coconut water, or lemon/lime juice too.
3. Romaine salad.
All you will need for this simple salad is romaine lettuce, slices of avocado, parmesan cheese, oil and vinegar. The rest is up to you; add tomatoes, onions, croutons, or any other vegetables or herbs.
4. Avocado quesadilla.
This quesadilla will require a tortilla wrap, tomatoes, lettuce, and an avocado. You also have the choice of adding ground beef or chicken to it, and then to finish it off you'll need salsa or sour cream for sauce. This should only take about eight to 10 minutes to bake in the oven!
5. Avocado lime rice.
The ingredients include brown rice, an avocado, lime juice, and cilantro. In a bowl you mash the avocado, cilantro, and lime juice together and then you stir in the rice. You can also find the instructions on how to make this here.
6. Guacamole.
For a quick dip, all you will need is avocado, lime juice, sea salt, cilantro, and red onions. Guacamole can be completed in a matter of five minutes!
7. Avocado hummus.
Chickpeas and ripe avocado will create the best and most refreshing hummus. Additional ingredients include lime juice, garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. You can also find the full recipe here and enjoy this hummus with pita bread, raw veggies, or chips.
8. Avocado chicken wrap.
For lunch try this avocado chicken wrap that consists of chicken, cheese, cilantro, tortilla wrap, and avocado. You can also add salsa, dressing, or Sriracha to your wrap.
9. Charred corn and avocado pizza.
This pizza is healthy and includes charred corn, pepper jack cheese, poblano peppers, cilantro, feta cheese, and fresh lime. For more instructions check out the recipe here.
AND, for dessert!
10. Avocado lime popsicle.
For a refreshing summer treat, enjoy an avocado lime popsicle. It only requires avocado, lime juice, water, sugar, and salt. Although it may sound strange, the result will be surprise you! You can find out more about this recipe here.
