7 Heart-Healthy Avocado Recipes
While avocado has taken the culinary world by storm, it is so much more than just a trendy fruit. Behind that dark green skin, avocados hide a lot of potential health benefits. Avocados are packed full of nutrients, fiber, and healthy fats, so it’s no surprise that health-conscious eaters flock to them.
Avocado toast is easy to put together on the fly. You may already have a favorite guacamole recipe. But beyond these two widespread uses for avocados, it can be challenging to find other ways to incorporate them into your diet. If you’re looking for new ways to enjoy avocado, look no further! These seven recipes put a new twist on the delicious trendsetter.
Get Your Greens in Smoothie via Ambitious Kitchen
If you want to work some avocado into your diet but just don’t like the taste, we’ve included this smoothie recipe just for you! The avocado adds richness, but there is plenty of fruit so that the smoothie doesn’t taste too strongly of avocado. Plus, there are instructions for possible substitutions and additions to make it easier to customize your smoothie.
Heart Healthy Avocado Mayo via The Harvest Kitchen
Mayo adds such a rich, indulgent touch to a sandwich, but it isn’t usually associated with health benefits. That’s why we’ve included this recipe on the list! This avocado mayo is rich and creamy and can be used in place of conventional mayo. And unlike most mayo on the market, this recipe is vegan.
Healthy Avocado Hummus via Gimme Delicious
Hummus is pretty addicting in and of itself. You can spread it on a sandwich, dip veggies in it, or thin it out to use it as a salad dressing. We’ve included this recipe on the list because it adds avocado into the mix, packing the dish full of healthy fats.
Avocado Tomato Salad via Cooktoria
We can’t resist a simple, versatile salad, which is why we love this recipe. It uses fresh, flavorful ingredients to create a salad that balances brightness and richness. Enjoy it on its own, as a sandwich filling, or as a side dish. We also think you could mix in grains and/or beans to make it a hearty entree salad.
Avocado Mango Salad with Lime Poppy Seed Vinaigrette via Kudos Kitchen by Renée
If you don’t feel like something heavy that will weigh you down, a big salad can be the perfect solution. We included this salad on the list because combines a lot of unexpected ingredients that come together beautifully. And with so many healthy ingredients, you don’t have to feel guilty about having a second serving.
Vegan Avocado Tacos with Chipotle Crema via Mindful Avocado
Tacos might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a healthy meal, but this recipe keeps things light and fresh without skimping on the richness. That’s why we’ve included this recipe on the list. Breaded avocado, chipotle “crema,” and cabbage come together for a dish that might make you wish every night were taco Tuesday.
Healthy Avocado Brownies via The Healthy Maven
Just because you’re trying to eat healthfully doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a little dessert! We’ve included this brownie recipe because it makes brownies a little bit healthier. Not only does it incorporate avocado, but it also free from gluten and processed sugar.
What’s your favorite way to enjoy avocados? Share your ideas in the comments section below!
