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How to Add Avocados to Your Diet
Ripe avocados are dark green and slightly soft when squeezed. Once ripe, they can be incorporated into a wide variety of dishes:
Delicious Ways to Use Avocados:
- Sliced on toast or sandwiches
- Diced into salads
- Mashed into guacamole
- Blended into smoothies
- Added to soups or dressings
- Used in baking as a butter substitute
Avocados also help your body absorb fat-soluble nutrients, such as carotenoids, when eaten with vegetables like spinach or salsa.
Fun fact: Around 90% of avocados in the U.S. come from California.
Are There Any Risks?
While avocados are generally safe for most people, a few exceptions apply:
- Avocado allergy: May occur in those with birch pollen or latex allergies
- Kidney disease: People with impaired kidney function may need to limit high-potassium foods like avocados
If you’re unsure whether avocados are right for you, speak with a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or your healthcare provider.
