60+ Easy and Satisfying Avocado Recipes You Need to Try ASAP
You'll never get bored of this fruit with all these ideas!
There's not much not to like about antioxidant-rich avocados. Natural oils gives it its nutty flavor, while a high protein content makes it a satisfying meat substitute. Make one of these recipes the next time you have a ripe one on your hands and be sure to check out these heart-healthy dinner ideas for inspiration too.
Grilled Skirt Steak with Charred Corn and Avocado Salad
Sweet corn takes on maximum flavor when charred on the grill, and its flavors contrast beautifully with a rich, perfectly cooked steak.
Avocado, Cheddar, and Sprouts Pockets with Tangy Lime Mayo
One bite of this healthy green sandwich and you'll feel like you've escaped to sunny California.
Spiced Chicken Tacos with Avocado and Pomegranate Salsa
Avocado is packed with monounsaturated fats that help reduce inflammation and will help you feel fuller longer.
Zesty Shrimp Salad with Couscous
Power through busy days with this vibrant salad filled with creamy avocado, hearty shrimp, and zesty oranges.
Shrimp Bowls with Scallion Vinaigrette
Topped with avocado, broccoli, peppers, and jumbo shrimp, these quinoa bowls are as healthy as they are hearty.
Greek Chicken and Farro Salad
This salad is proof that this green fruit goes with everything — including Greek-inspired cuisine.
Salmon with Corn and Avocado Succotash
A fresh succotash-style salad made with summer veggies is the perfect complement to tender sautéed salmon.
Chorizo Chilaquiles
Spicy chorizo, sliced jalapeños, and tomatillos spice up this Mexican-style dinner casserole.
Loaded Chicken Nachos
Think outside the guac and try this avocado dressing instead! These nachos are topped with a creamy avocado sauce you can whip up at home in less than 10 minutes.
Black Bean and Avocado Salsa
Move over, tomatoes: This chunky salsa is packed with flavor, but creamy avocado balances the heat.
Chile Chicken Tostadas with Radishes, Avocado, and Jalapeno
Placed on a crispy tortilla, avocados and chicken get a fresh kick from the hot peppers.
Blackened Fish and Avocado Tostadas
Avocado isn't just great in guacamole — it also pairs well with blackened tilapia in this recipe.
Crispy Chickpea and Kale Bowl
Perfect for #MeatlessMondays, this colorful, vegetarian bowl features protein-packed farro, chickpeas, and avocado.
Steak Salad with Arugula, Grapefruit, and Avocados
Serve this simple salad for lunch or a light dinner.
Cheddar, Pepper, and Avocado Scrambled Eggs in a Jar
This flavorful scrambled eggs breakfast, which is topped with creamy avocado, is perfect to eat on-the-go.
Avocado and Lime Bean Bowl
Turn breakfast (or lunch) into a fiesta with this protein-packed bowl made with avocado, sunflower seeds, bell peppers, and black beans.
Get the recipe at Good Housekeeping.
Avocado Mac & Cheese
Two of your favorite foods come together in this surprisingly creamy creation.
Get the recipe at Delish.
Greek Avocado Toast
Your go-to lunchtime salad gets a major upgrade (and gets in on the crazy avocado toast trend) with this easy recipe.
Get the recipe from Delish.
Creamy Avocado Lime Salmon
Add some flavor to your weeknight dinner by topping salmon with a creamy avocado-lime sauce.
Get the recipe from Delish.
Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas
We're drooling over these veggie-loaded quesadillas, which come packed with beans, onions, avocado, and lots of cheese.
Get the recipe at Gimme Delicious.
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