Mashed avocado is more creamy and luxurious than sliced avocado (think guacamole vs. plain avocado). But don't mash it on the toast! You risk poking holes in your toast or smashing it. Cut your avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop the flesh into a bowl or onto the side of your plate, and mash it up with a fork.

Avocado Mash Ideas Use to dip chips, veggies or whole grain crackers for an easy balanced snack. Swap lemon juice for lime juice and add cilantro for a super quick guacamole. Add a layer to your favorite sandwich instead of mayo for a boost of healthy fats and creamy avocado flavor.

The avocado consists of around 73% water, 15% fat, 8.5% carbohydrates - mostly fibers - and 2% protein. Half an avocado, at around 100 grams (g) contains 160 calories ( 1 ).

The Good Foods Avocado Mash comes in a box of four single serve containers. It's vegan, gluten free, and doesn't have any additives or preservatives. In fact, it only has four ingredients: Hass avocados, Sea salt, Black pepper and Lemon juice. But despite that, it still tastes really fresh and flavorful.

Guacamole variations Simple Guacamole: The simplest version of guacamole is just mashed avocados with chopped coriander and lime juice.

Avocados are rich in mono and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Monounsaturated fats (like oleic acid) moisturize the skin and help it feel soft, while polyunsaturated fats can protect against environmental aggressors like ultraviolet rays from the sun, and can also reduce inflammation of the skin.

We all know that mashed avocado works well on toast and chips (à la guacamole) but it's also a hearty burger topping. Not convinced? In this recipe, the smashed avocado (mixed together with fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper) brings a bold yet familiar taste and texture to an otherwise uninteresting turkey burger.

What Is an Avocado? An avocado is a bright green fruit with a large pit and dark leathery skin. It's also known as alligator pear or butter fruit. Avocados are a favorite of the produce section.

They are thought to have originated in Mexico and Central and South America. Avocado trees were first planted in Florida in 1833 and then in California in 1856. According to NASS, California now accounts for the majority of U.S. avocado production, followed by Florida and Hawaii.

Avocados are high in fat with 60 per cent of this being monounsaturated fats, which research suggests helps to protect against heart disease and lower blood pressure. They are also an excellent source of potassium, folate and fibre, all of which benefit the heart and cardiovascular system.

The name avocado derives from the Nahuatl word ahuacatl, which refers to a certain part of the male anatomy that the shape of avocados happen to resemble (we're keeping this G-rated, folks).

What Is Guacamole? Guacamole is an avocado-based dip or spread that originated in Mexico. It's typically made with mashed avocado and lime juice, then seasoned with salt and cilantro. Guacamole often contains tomatoes and onions.

Improves overall skin health “Cold-pressed avocado oil has an abundance of antioxidants, plant sterols, omega-9, minerals, and vitamins, including vitamins C and E. Together, these nutrients can help boost the production of collagen, soothe inflammation, and lift away old skin cells,” she said.