I decided to celebrate this creamy, unique super fruit by trying some more unusual recipes. Simple and speedy, try something different today and rediscover avocado in a whole new light!
Crispy Avocado Wedges
Serves 2
- Peel, de-stone and cut two avocados into quarters lengthways.
- Dip the wedges into flour, then whisked egg, then breadcrumbs, ensuring completely coated.
- Place on an oven tray and bake at 180 C for 20 minutes. Turn halfway through.
- Cut each wedge in half again lengthways before serving, to expose the appealing green colour inside.
- Serve with a fresh salsa dip or a Mexican salad (think fresh coriander, tomatoes, sweet corn, red onion and fresh lime).
Chocolate Avocado Dessert
Serves 2
- In a food processor, blend together 1 avocado, 100ml coconut milk, 3-4 tbsp. dark cocoa powder, 3 tbsp. white sugar and seeds from one vanilla pod or 1tsp. vanilla extract. Add further coconut milk to achieve desired taste and texture. And you're done! Easiest. Dessert. Ever.
- Chill in the fridge before serving with fresh fruit skewers for a tasty dessert. Chocolate heaven!
Summer Ceviche
- Chop mango, avocado, cherry tomatoes and strawberries into small chunks.
- Mix together with finely chopped shallot onions, a handful of finely chopped mint and small cooked shrimps.
- Serve in mini gem lettuce leaves for a colourful starter, delicious lunch or as an alternative to canapés.
Avocado and Pea Mash
- Mash avocado with cooked peas and a lump of butter. Season with salt and pepper. A change from your usual tatties.
- Great served with a juicy fillet of salmon. Also handy if you're carb dodging in bikini panic (the butter doesn't count...)
Give these recipes a try and never eat an avocado the same way again. Happy holidays if you're lucky enough to be going away this summer!
