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Nutrition Fact
Dive into the creamy goodness of aguacates for a fiber-licious addition to your diet.
Avocados are a good source of dietary fiber, making them a tasty way to help you feel fuller faster and manage weight.
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These veggie burgers are a delicious vegan option for your next backyard BBQ or also make an easy weeknight meal. Packed with protein and fiber from the black beans and avocado, and flavored with Hispanic spices, they’re sure to be a hit that’s both nutritious and delicious. Get the recipe below.
Ingredients:
For the Burger Patties
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and diced
2 Tbsp. green onions, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. jalapeño pepper
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
Pinch of ground cayenne pepper (optional)
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup unsalted corn tortilla chips, crushed
Cooking spray
For Serving
4 whole wheat hamburger buns
1 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and mashed
1 large tomato, sliced
1 small red onion, sliced
Instructions:
Place beans in a medium bowl and mash with a fork. Add diced avocado, green onions, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin, cayenne (if using), cilantro and crushed tortilla chips. Stir to combine. Place in refrigerator and chill for 15 minutes.
Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Shape the bean-avocado mixture into 4 patties.
Reduce the heat to medium, spray pan with cooking spray and place the patties in the pan. Cook for approx. 5 minutes on each side, until a crust forms.
Serve on whole wheat hamburger buns with mashed avocado, tomato and red onion slices.
Tip:
These burgers are vegan. If you wish to make this recipe gluten-free, you can serve them in lettuce wraps instead of the whole wheat hamburger buns.
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Need an afternoon pick-me-up that helps you stay on track with your weight management goals? Try Jicama Strips with Spicy Lime Guacamole. This easy-to-make snack is delicious and can fit into a healthy eating plan. Avocados are a good source of fiber, which slows digestion and can help keep you full and satisfied between meals. Recipe below.
Ingredients:
1 ripe, fresh avocado, mashed
1 Tbsp. green onions, sliced
1 tsp. chili lime hot sauce, or to taste
1/4 tsp. salt
2 cups Jicama, cut into 1/2 x3-inch pieces
1/4 tsp. chili lime spice
Instructions:
Combine avocado, green onion, hot sauce and salt in small bowl.
Sprinkle jicama pieces with chili lime spice and serve with spicy lime guacamole. Enjoy! 😋
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Hoy es el día perfecto para un cóctel de frutas con sandía, melón, piña, fresas, coco y aguacates frescos.
Fruit & Avocado Cocktail with Chile + Limón 🥑
Ingredients:
2 cups watermelon, chopped into chunks
2 cups cantaloupe, chopped into chunks
2 cups pineapple, chopped into chunks
1 cup strawberries, chopped
2 ripe, fresh avocados, halved, pitted, peeled and diced
2 Tbsp. spicy fruit seasoning powder
juice of 1 lime
1/2 coconut, shredded
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the chopped fruits, 1 1/2 tablespoons of the spicy fruit seasoning and 3/4 of the lime juice.
Toss well to combine.
In a separate bowl, toss the avocado chunks with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of spicy fruit seasoning and the remaining lime juice.
To plate, spoon the fruit onto a chilled serving plate and then spoon the avocado pieces on top.
Top with the shredded coconut and serve immediately.
Tips: For added flavor, sprinkle an extra teaspoon of the spicy fruit seasoning on top of the fruit.
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The best topping for your favorite soup 🥑 FACT: One-third of a medium avocado (50 grams) has 80 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy, nutrient-dense choice. Make avocados part of your daily diet. Check out the recipe below:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup onion, minced
3 garlic cloves, roasted
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 15 1/2 oz. can of tomatoes in juice, diced
3 pt. chicken broth
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt with red pepper
Frying oil
10 corn tortillas (day old), cut in strips
2 ripe, fresh avocados, halved, pitted, peeled and diced or sliced
2 cup queso fresco cheese, crumbled
2 limes, quartered
Instructions:
In a skillet saute onion and garlic in oil 1 to 2 minutes or until onion is transparent.
Place sauteed onion and garlic mixture with tomatoes in juice in a blender and blend for 30 to 45 seconds.
In a stockpot combine puree mixture, chicken broth, cilantro, and seasoned salt.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes longer.
Meanwhile, heat 1/2-inch oil in a small saucepan.
When hot, add tortilla strips a few at a time and fry, turn at least once and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from oil with tongs. Drain on paper towels.
Place equal portions of cooked tortilla strips in shallow soup bowls.
Ladle hot soup over, garnish with avocado, cheese and lime juice to taste.
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