Best Avocado Recipes and Avocado Cooking Ideas

This sandwich came about on one of those nights where I came home to almost no food in the fridge, unsure of what I was going to do for dinner. After a little scrounging around, and a lot of "What the hell could I possibly do with this?," it hit me. Bread, avocado, egg, and a block of Parmesan? Perfect. Click here to see Fall in Love with Breakfast Again — at Dinner.

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Chicken Sandwich with Avocado Spread

For your next picnic, pack this easy-to-make healthy chicken and avocado sandwich! Click here to see more picnic recipes

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Avocado Crema

A great homemade dip for chips or to sprinkle over chicken or fish tacos, avocado crema is a fresh, flavorful alternative to guacamole. Blend avocado, sour cream, cilantro, sugar and lime juice in a blender, and a few pulses later you have a delicious dip or sauce for Tex-Mex dishes.

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Spinach Smoothie with Avocado and Apple

This smoothie is truly the Holy Grail of greens. With apple juice, spinach, kale, and avocado, the healthy properties of this smoothie really pack a punch.This recipe is courtesy of Real Simple.

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Avocado Buttercream

For the brightest, freshest buttercream, swap the excessive quantities of butter for ripe avocadoes.This recipe is courtesy of Food Network.

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Pineapple Avocado Salsa

This light and refreshing summer salsa is made with just four ingredients. The sweet and citrusy flavors are the perfect way to brighten up your summer. Recipe courtesy of Blue Apron

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Jalapeno Popper Avocado Toast

Smashed avocado, jalapeno, bacon and cage-free egg whites on toast is a fun twist on the classic jalapeno popper.Recipe courtesy of Phil's Fresh Eggs

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Tofu Avocado Bowl

All you need is 5 minutes, a packet of ramen, and a few other healthy ingredients to take your package of instant ramen and totally transform it into a healthy meal.

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Avocado & Oat Facial Mask

This avocado-based homemade facial mask recipe will hydrate and calm dry or sensitive skin, while gently exfoliating too. The avocado and honey will both work to moisturize dry skin while the oatmeal balances and calms reactive, red and sensitive skin. For more beautifying masks, click here!

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Tropical Avocado Smoothie Recipe

Yes, avocados really are fruit! And they’re really good for you: packed with mono-unsaturated fats which help increase the good cholesterol in your body, these healthy fats also aid in the absorption of carotenoids and lycopene which is essential for good heart health. Read more about 15 Superfruit Juices You Need to Start Drinking.

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Shrimp and Avocado Salad Appetizer

One of the greatest tricks to a dinner party is finding menu items that look impressive without actually taking much work. This simple appetizer fits the bill — it only requires a few minutes of prep, but by showcasing it in the avocado shell you get a unique presentation that will wow any guests. Check out Everything You Want to Know About Avocados.

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Avocado Salad

This recipe is a crowd pleaser, especially if the crowd loves avocados. The creamy dressing paired with the bite of arugula, the buttery taste of avocado, and the tang of Parmesan creates a unique and exciting contrast of flavors. It can stand to lose the chicken and can also be spruced up with some frisee or a sprinkle of almonds. If you love avocado, this is a quick and satisfying dish.

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