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The Dietary Guidelines and California Avocados

Learn about California Avocados' role in the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines.
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5 Ways to Get More Nutrition in Your Meals with California Avocados

Is your menu in need of a makeover? Do you find breakfast boring? Literally loathe packing…
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Registered Dietitian Recipes

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BLT & Avocado Potato Bites

This updated twist on a BLT uses roasted potato slices as the “bread” with a creamy…

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Portabella Mushroom with California Avocado Sandwich

Did you know that portabella mushrooms are a great substitute for meat? The chewy, steak-like texture…

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Lime-Cilantro Beef Sliders with California Avocado and Cucumber Relish

Bring new life to your burgers with these patties that pack in flavor with fresh cilantro…

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California Avocado Sticky Toffee Bars

This sticky toffee avocado dessert made with delicious California-grown ingredients served warm with the added decadence…

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