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Enjoy Ripe Avocados in Every Dish During California Avocado Month

The warm weather and summer sun can only mean one thing – it’s California Avocado Month…

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From Tree to Table: Everyday Recipes Using California Avocados

California Avocado season is here! Now’s the time to enjoy locally grown, ethically sourced California Avocados at their peak. Grown…

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How to Make the Best Guacamole

What is Guacamole? Guacamole is an avocado-based dip, spread or sauce, and there are lots of…

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NEW AVOCADO RECIPES TO TRY

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California Avocado Miso Shrimp Rice Bowl

Thick slices of ethically sourced California Avocado and gingery miso-marinated shrimp star in this vibrant coconut…

Arroz con Cangrejo with California Avocados
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Arroz con Cangrejo with California Avocados

Chef Lopez offers this as a special when California Avocados are in season. It’s not exactly…

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Avocado Key Lime Pudding in Jars

All-American Recipe Contest 2014 Grand Prize Winner in the Desserts Category. This easy to make-no-cook key…

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Tropical Shrimp and Avocado Salad

It’s a taste of the tropics with this California Avocado shrimp salad. Simply marinate cooked shrimp…

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FIND YOUR NEW FAVORITE GUACAMOLE

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Pineapple Chipotle Mango Guacamole

This dip is sweet, smoky and creamy. Mango and pineapple bring sweetness; chipotle peppers offer a…

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Tangy Mediterranean Guacamole

A tangy, Mediterranean twist on classic guacamole.

Fiesta Avocado Guacamole
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Fiesta Avocado Guacamole

This taco inspired creamy guacamole is made simply with fresh California avocados, red onion, cilantro, and…

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Zesty California Guacamole

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RECIPES FROM REGISTERED DIETITIANS

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Blueberry, Zucchini and California Avocado Smoothie

Blueberries, zucchini and California Avocado make a great tasting avocado smoothie that can be used as…

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Wild Rice Pilaf with California Avocado

This easy to make side dish has many Californian flavors, from walnuts, bell peppers, to California…

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Quinoa Tabbouleh with California Avocados

This plant-based, gluten-free dish is hearty enough for a light lunch in itself, or pairs deliciously…

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Power Hour Pick-Me-Up Smoothie

Cayenne pepper and fresh ginger give this avocado smoothie the afternoon pick-me-up you need! The mango…

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TASTY BRUNCH RECIPES

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Healthy Benedict

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Famous Damus Breakfast Sandwich

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California Avocado, Egg and Smoked Salmon Blini

These tasty bite size pancakes, topped with a creamy California Avocado-infused crème fraiche, eggs and smoked…

Smoked Salmon Breakfast Charcuterie Board featuring California Avocados
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Smoked Salmon Breakfast Charcuterie Board featuring California Avocados

This smoked salmon breakfast charcuterie board is an entertainer’s dream for brunch. It has great fixings…

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AVOCADO TOAST INSPIRATION

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California Avocado & Crab Toast

Elevate your appetizer game with this tasty crab avocado toast recipe. The avocado-based treat combines the…

California Avocado Brunch Charcuterie Board
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California Avocado Brunch Charcuterie Board

This DIY California Avocado Toast Charcuterie Board is perfect for everyone, and also as fun to…

California Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese
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California Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese

Avocado toast starring Fresh California Avocados is topped with herbed goat cheese and roasted sunflower seeds…

Smoked Salmon with Homemade California Avocado Pistachio Pesto
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Smoked Salmon with Homemade California Avocado Pistachio Pesto

This dinner toast is unbeatable with three standalone star components that when combined, create a hearty…

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QUICK AND EASY RECIPES

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Homemade Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream

Homemade Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream that is so super easy to make, velvety and incredible! You…

California Avocado Pistachio Pesto
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California Avocado Pistachio Pesto

Fresh California avocados make their way into this homemade pistachio pesto creating a pesto that uses…

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California Avocado Hash Browns

Crispy hash browns pairs perfectly with creamy avocados. Try it for yourself with our avocado hash…

California Avocado Anytime Omelet in a pan
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Anytime Avocado Omelette

With a short ingredient list and simple preparation, this delicious avocado omelette is perfect anytime. It’s…

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VEGETARIAN RECIPES

California Avocado and Hatch Chile Grilled Cheese
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California Avocado and Hatch Chile Grilled Cheese

A rustic grilled cheese with spicy roasted Hatch chiles, sweet ripe tomato and avocado. This vegetarian…

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Crunchy California Avocado Fritters

Serve up an appetizing twist with these California Avocado-stuffed fritters topped with an Aji Amarillo Aioli.

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Organic Arugula Salad with Tempura California Avocado

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California Avocado Salad with Spinach and Summer Berries

The classic spinach salad gets elevated with Fresh California Avocados, sweet summer berries and a scrumptious…

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California Avocado Miso Shrimp Rice Bowl

Thick slices of ethically sourced California Avocado and gingery miso-marinated shrimp star in this vibrant coconut…

Arroz con Cangrejo with California Avocados
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Arroz con Cangrejo with California Avocados

Chef Lopez offers this as a special when California Avocados are in season. It’s not exactly…

California Avocado Pesto
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California Avocado Pesto

Chef Diaz developed this California Avocado pesto as a great way to add creamy richness to…

Grilled California Avocado with Peanut Salsa Macha
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Grilled California Avocado with Peanut Salsa Macha

Salsa macha is a spicy nut-based sauce that adds crunch and flavor to the smoky grilled…

California Veggie-Avocado Melt
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California Veggie-Avocado Melt

This veggie-packed sandwich is served at lunchtime in the San Luis Coastal Unified School District. The…

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Avocado Key Lime Pudding in Jars

All-American Recipe Contest 2014 Grand Prize Winner in the Desserts Category. This easy to make-no-cook key…

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Tropical Shrimp and Avocado Salad

It’s a taste of the tropics with this California Avocado shrimp salad. Simply marinate cooked shrimp…

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Grilled Avocado, Peach and Burrata Salad

Grilling avocados brings out a hint of smoky flavor, and grilling peaches caramelizes them. Together with…

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California Avocado and Hatch Chile Chimichurri

Fresh California Avocados and roasted Hatch chiles give classic chimichurri a flavorful and creamy twist. It…

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Avocado, Watermelon and Cantaloupe Salad

Fresh cubed melons and California Avocados topped with a honey and lemon drizzle and sprinkled with…

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California Avocado Superfood Salad

Seven superfoods combine in this delicious and colorful salad: kale, spinach, walnuts, blueberries, sweet potato, tomatoes…

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California Avocado Pizza Caprese

California Avocado pizza meets a caprese salad with fresh mozzarella cheese, tomato, pizza sauce and fresh…

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