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Avocado recipes
This collection brings together avocado recipes that families have shared from their own kitchens, celebrating the creamy versatility of this beloved fruit. Home cooks reach for these dishes throughout the day, from nourishing breakfast plates topped with soft boiled eggs to vibrant lunch and dinner bowls paired with prawns and fresh mango salsa. Whether you're mashing avocado onto toast, blending it into dressings, or serving it as a cooling complement to spicy flavours, these tried-and-tested family recipes show how this ingredient has become a staple in kitchens across generations.
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Avocado recipe questions
How do you keep avocados from going brown in recipes?
Toss cut avocado with lime or lemon juice immediately, as the citric acid slows oxidation. For storage, press cling film directly onto the surface to minimise air exposure. Adding avocado just before serving also helps maintain that vibrant green colour in salads and bowls.
Can you prepare avocado dishes in advance?
Whole avocados ripen at room temperature, then refrigerate when ripe. For prepared dishes, add avocado at the last moment to prevent browning. If you must prep ahead, coat cut avocado with citrus juice and store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours maximum.
What pairs well with avocado in breakfast bowls?
Avocado complements eggs beautifully, whether soft boiled, poached or scrambled. Add protein like smoked salmon or prawns, fresh tomatoes, leafy greens, and a squeeze of lime. Seeds, nuts, and chilli flakes provide texture and flavour contrast to avocado's creamy richness.
