Avocado is most definitely a trendy food right now, and this is to no surprise due to their delicious taste and the health benefits they provide including:
They are packed with nutrients including: potassium; folate; Vitamins: K; C; B5; B6; and E
They contain heart- healthy monounsaturated fatty acids
They contain more potassium than a banana
They can lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels
They are packed with fiber
They can increase your HDL (good cholesterol)
They can support with weight management
They can decrease your risk of diabetes
Their healthy fats may help to absorb other nutrients in plant foods
They contain antioxidants that can support eye health
They may help with arthritis symptoms
They support healthy skin
They support digestion and can lessen bloating
They can support a healthy pregnancy and baby
They may prevent certain cancers
As you can see there are an abundant reasons to eat avocadoes, and the great thing is they are very versatile and easy to sneak into your diet. Here are some ideas to incorporate more avocado into your eating habits:
Put it in your smoothies (This thickens your smoothie and gives it that creamy texture)
Top your salads with it
Put it on your favorite healthy toast (I prefer Ezekiel bread for my avocado toast)
Use it as a topping or spread on your favorite sandwich
Top an omelet/scramble with it
Add it to your sushi
Spread it on your favorite healthy cracker (My favorite is Mary's Gone Crackers)
Make some guacamole
Add it to a fruit salad
Make an avocado salsa (aka mix avocado; fresh tomatoes; cilantro; and balsamic or dressing of your choice)
Top your protein with it
Use it as a butter substitute when baking to create a healthier dessert
Grill it (I often cut an avocado in half and place it on the grill, and then top it with salsa)
Bake it in the oven with an egg in it
Make avocado pesto zoodles (aka blend an avocado; lemon juice; basil; garlic; and cashew nuts, and put it on zucchini noodles)
