25 Best Avocado Recipes
Updated by Kathryne Taylor on July 12, 2024
Avocado lovers, this roundup is for you! Iโm sharing twenty-five of my favorite recipes featuring ripe avocado. Did you know that the avocado is actually a fruit? Avocado is rich and creamy, so itโs the perfect tempering accent in fresh, bold and spicy dishes.
Weโll start with guacamole, of course, followed by a variety of Mexican-inspired avocado recipes, as well as creative salads, sandwiches and more. You wonโt want to miss my avocado toast or fresh avocado salad. All of the recipes use raw avocado, as cooked avocado can taste overripe and unpleasant. You can peruse my entire library of avocado recipes here.
Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats, which are the good-for-you variety. Theyโre also high in fiber and other vitamins and minerals, including potassium, magnesium and vitamin C. Adding avocado to your meals can improve your absorption of carotenoidsโyet another reason to love the sweet potato, carrot, bell pepper and tomato combinations youโll find in the list below.
Avocado Tips
Ripe avocados are plump and yield slightly to a gentle squeeze. Avoid avocados that are wrinkled or mushy.
To speed ripening, place them in a paper bag with an apple or banana. Once theyโre ripe, store them in the refrigerator to prolong their life.
To prevent browning once cut open, store them in a small container with a piece of onion, or with lime or lemon juice rubbed onto the cut side. The best way is to enjoy them promptly!
The Best Guacamole
Learn how to make the best guacamole! This authentic guacamole recipe turns out perfectly every time thanks to a few simple tricks. Itโs so easy! Recipe yields about 2 1/2 to 3 cups guacamole, depending on your avocados (divide or multiply as necessary).
Erinโs Peach & Avocado Green Salad
This summer salad recipe from The Well Plated Cookbook features ripe peaches and avocado over fresh arugula. Itโs healthy and delicious! Recipe yields a very large salad (enough for 8 side salads or 3 to 4 main salads); cut the recipe in half for a smaller crowd.
Veggie Breakfast Sandwich
The best breakfast sandwich youโll ever have, seriously. These quick egg sandwiches are great for lunch and dinner, too. Feel free to change up the toppings. Recipe yields 1 sandwich; cook one egg at a time and assemble sandwiches as needed.
Chunky Avocado Salsa
This avocado salsa recipe is fresh, hearty and delicious! Serve it as party dip, taco filling or more. Youโre going to love this easy avocado salsa. Recipe yields about 6 cups.
Avocado Toast (Plus Tips & Variations)
Avocado toast is creamy, crisp and so satisfying. Itโs a delicious and simple breakfast, snack or light meal! Itโs best consumed immediately, since the avocado browns over time. Recipe as written yields 1 slice of basic avocado toast; multiply as necessary.
Blood Orange & Avocado Salad
This beautiful blood orange and avocado salad brightens up dreary winter days! Itโs loaded with delicious fresh, seasonal flavors and makes a statement on the dinner table. Recipe yields 4 servings.
Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowls
This spaghetti squash burrito bowl recipe is easy to make and so good for you, too! These beautiful vegetarian burrito bowls are also vegan and gluten free, but above all, delicious. Recipe yields 4 burrito bowls.
7-Layer Dip
Make the ultimate 7-layer dip! This notoriously creamy, cheesy dip tastes fresh and irresistible when you follow these simple steps. Store-bought ingredients yield great results. The recipe yields about 12 servings (about 6 to 7 cups of dip total).
Tortilla Soup
Warm up with a bowl of vegetarian tortilla soup, made with black beans instead of chicken. This soup recipe is so fresh and satisfying! Recipe yields 4 servings.
Fresh Herbed Avocado Salad
This salad is for avocado lovers! Sliced avocado, tossed in a lime-honey dressing, covered in a super fresh mix of herbs, radishes and toasted pepitas. Recipe yields 4 generous or 6 smaller servings.
Loaded Veggie Nachos
Youโre looking at the ultimate vegetarian nachos recipe! No meat hereโjust tortilla chips, beans, veggies, lots of cheese and simple, creamy avocado sauce. Recipe yields 6 servings.
Creamy Avocado Dip
This Mexican avocado dip recipe is an easy alternative to guacamole! Just whip up four basic ingredients in your food processor or blender. Serve this avocado dip as a party dip with vegetables or chips, or on tacos, nachos, quesadillas and more. Recipe yields about 1 1/2 cups; double if necessary.
Epic Vegetarian Tacos
Truly amazing vegetarian tacos featuring easy-to-make refried beans, quick-pickled onions, and creamy avocado sauce! Your whole family will love these meatless tacos. Recipe yields 8 hearty tacos (about 4 servings).
Roasted & Raw Carrot Salad with Avocado
This herbed carrot salad recipe is truly epic! Fresh herbs, ripe avocado, and honey-mustard dressing make this showstopper complete. Recipe yields 4 generous side salads or 6 small side salads.
Vegetarian Burrito Bowl
This vegetarian burrito bowl features super flavorful componentsโlime-marinated kale, seasoned black beans, brown rice and avocado salsa verde. This recipe is gluten free, vegetarian and vegan/dairy free if you skip the feta cheese. Recipe yields 4 burrito bowls.
Avocado & Citrus โCevicheโ
This seafood-free citrus โcevicheโ with avocado makes a wonderful appetizer, side salad or party dip! This vegan ceviche is delicious, colorful and healthy. Recipe yields 6 appetizer or small side salad servings.
Mexican Green Salad with Jalapeรฑo-Cilantro Dressing
This healthy Mexican green salad recipe is the perfect fresh side for your favorite Mexican meals! Itโs also a delicious, light meal on its own. Recipe yields 4 large salad servings, 6 medium or 8 side salads.
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos with Avocado-Pepita Dip
These roasted sweet potato tacos feature spicy black beans and avocado-pepita dip. So delicious! This taco recipe is vegetarian (easily vegan) and gluten-free (see recipe notes for details). Recipe yields 8 to 10 hearty tacos, enough for at least 4 servings.
Kale Guacamole
This guacamole recipe is extra green and redeeming, thanks to the addition of fresh kale! Itโs easy to make in a food processor. Recipe yields about 3 1/2 cups guacamole.
Lemony Broccoli, Chickpea & Avocado Pita Sandwiches
These simple broccoli, chickpea and avocado pita sandwiches are a fresh lunch or dinner option. If you would like to have leftovers, store individual components separately, with plastic wrap pressed against the top surface of the mashed avocado to prevent oxidation (or, use hummus instead). Recipe yields 4 pita sandwiches, or 4 large toasts.
Roasted Butternut Squash Tacos
Colorful butternut squash tacos with crisp slaw, black beans and guacamole! These tacos are a simple weeknight meal and a great option for vegan and gluten-free eaters. Recipe yields about 8 tacos (4 servings).
Avocado Pesto
Make your pesto extra creamy and rich by adding ripe avocado! This fresh basil and avocado pesto recipe is lovely on pasta, sandwiches, vegetables and more. Recipe yields about 1 1/2 cups.
Sweet Potato Burrito Smothered in Avocado Salsa Verde
Sweet potato burritos with black beans, smothered in a simple but flavorful avocado salsa verde sauce. Recipe yields 4 to 6 burritos, depending on the size of your tortillas and how full you stuff them.
Butternut Squash Chipotle Chili with Avocado
Hearty, spicy and sweet vegetarian chili made with butternut squash and black beans. Top with creamy avocado for an easy meal that satisfies vegans, carnivores and gluten-free eaters alike. This recipe yields about 12 cups, enough for 4 to 6 bowls. This chili is very hearty, but feel free to add another can of tomatoes or more vegetable broth if you want to thin it out a bit. Double the recipe for a crowd.
Pineapple Avocado Smoothie
A super creamy, good-for-you smoothie made with pineapple, coconut and avocado! This recipe yields 1 smoothie; multiply as necessary.
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All of these recipes look amazing and super simple to make. Canโt wait to try more than a few of these in the coming weeks!
Yep! Doesnโt have to be complicated to be good. ;)
Always have a couple of avocados on hand, so will be def be trying these soon!:)
Perfect! Let me know what you try, Preet. :)
What a collection! The only dilemma is which dish to start with. Thanks so much Cookie, and Kate!
Haha! Youโre welcome, Layne.
Kate, just have to tell you that Iโve loved every single recipe Iโve ever made from your site and Iโve been following since your early days. Have and am loving your cookbook, too! Canโt wait to try out some recipes from this list that Iโve yet to make.
Thanks so much, Rachel! Iโm so glad you love the book, too!
There was lots of fun stuff going on here last weekend. I hope you had a good stay in MSP! The avocado toast in your cookbook has been a staple for me since I picked it up. :-)
Yes, it was a busy weekend in the city! I had a great time. Thanks for getting the book, Becky! That toast is to die for, and so simple.
Hi! I found your blog after looking up vegetarian salad recipes and was delighted to see that you just visited Minneapolis (small, small world, I swear). Just wanted to comment that I know so many people who work on laptops at the bars here, so donโt feel like youโre cramping our style at all. :)
Amazing list of avocado recipes! I canโt wait to try these in our kitchen. As a new vegetarian, Iโm always looking for recipes that incorporate avocado (my one true love). The fajitas look the best; I canโt wait to try them. Thanks!
Hey, Anna! Thatโs good to know about people working on laptops at bars over thereโI didnโt want to be the buzzkill of the evening! I hope you get the chance to try the fajitas.
Oh my goodnessโฆI love avocado anything! In fact, I just tried adding avocado to my smoothie yesterday, that was a firstโฆit made the smoothie incredibly silky. Your food photography is amazing :)
Thank you! I love avos in smoothies, too. So delicious.
thanks for the great list
i will try some of in weekend.
I loved avocado lat year. Before I didnโt even imagine how good is that. Thank you for so many good recipes and inspirations <3
Thank you Sharing such a wonderful article..Surely it will be beneficial for many.
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Yummy and delicious recipes. I want to try them all! Keep up the good work