Tour of Tuscany Guacamole

Serves: 10

Ingredients

6 oz. baby spinach leaves
1 Tbsp. olive oil
4 ripe, Fresh California Avocados
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp. lemon zest
1/2 tsp. red chili flakes
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
3/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers (drained, from a jar)
1/2 chopped sundried tomatoes in oil (drained)
1/2 cup black olives, pitted and chopped (such as kalamata)
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, chiffonaded
1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
As needed Salt and pepper to taste

*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.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.