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coagulation of blood. People on warfarin, or Seeds: Sprinkling chia seeds or hemp or
other blood thinners should have avocados sunflower seeds can add a bit of crunch,
with caution. while making it healthier as well.
Preparing this delicacy
The recipe to make this scrumptious dish
could be as simple as toast, avocado and
lemon juice…or a complex and gourmet
guacamole.
Basic
At its simplest, just mash a ripe avocado,
or slice it, place it on a healthy multigrain
bread and season with lemon juice.
A quick, hearty, tasty and nutritious
breakfast at your fingertips! Varieties:
Toppings: Have it as it is
Fruits: Bananas, strawberries- or any Just sprinkle some salt and black pepper on
berries you like, kiwis, pineapple…all add a halved avocado and have it right out of the
to the taste and make it healthier too. rind.
Herbs and Spices: Salt, of course, is added. Smoothies
You can also experiment with pepper, This versatile fruit makes for a great
chili flakes. Herbs like rosemary, basil, addition to your smoothie; toss it in the
coriander leaves, and cilantro also give it a blender with some milk/ yogurt, add a
good twist. banana or berries, some spinach or kale,
Meat and eggs: Add a fried egg (or boiled honey for a sweet tinge and blend it all.
one), bits of chicken or bacon, to make it Guacamole
healthier and a wholesome meal. Use these Mash up half an avocado and add spices and
in moderation, though. Too much bacon or herbs of your choice – pepper, jalapenos,
cheese may cause weight gain. lime juice for a simple, healthy and tasty
Salmon is another good alternative. dip, to enjoy with veggie sticks or toast. You
Veggies: Top it up with onions, garlic, can always add onions, tomatoes or other
pickled radish, baby tomatoes. Drizzling herbs you might prefer.
olive oil gives it a zing too. Word of caution- store bought guacamole
might contain cream cheese or added
preservatives which detract from its health
value; preferably, make the dish yourself.
Salads
Replace mayo with mashed Avocado and
yogurt, in a chicken, tuna or chickpea salad.
You can also cube it and use it to make
chunky salads and salsa.
Pasta sauce
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