This recipe includes a delightful honey citrus dip made with avocado and mascarpone cheese which is perfect for dipping apple slices and other fruit.
Honey Citrus California Avocado Dip
Total Time: 30 min
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition information
per serving
Vitamin A 65 mcg; Vitamin C 87 mg; Calcium 10 mg; Iron 0 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 51 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.07 g. % Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 100%; Calcium 0%; Iron 0%; Vitamin D 0%.
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and cubed 3 Tbsp. honey 2 tsp. orange zest 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/4 tsp. salt 8 oz. mascarpone cheeseInstructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add avocado, honey, orange zest, vanilla and salt and blend together as smoothly as possible with whisk or fork, take care to not overmix.
- Fold in mascarpone (can be left on counter for up to one hour ahead to soften) with rubber spatula and gently mix until fully incorporated.
Serving Suggestion: Pair this with a dessert board with fresh apple slices and other fruit. Beverage Pairing: Enjoy with a glass of Riesling.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Did You Know?
There are lots of quick and easy recipes on this site. Some have more than 7 ingredients, but most can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Even with simple recipes it helps to know how to store avocados before you use them and if you have any left over.
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
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