It is a shame to confine this holy "fruit" to a life of guacamole; avocados are destined for greater things.
From baked to fried to applied to your face and to your hair, avocados are your go-to ingredient, loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, protein, potassium -- and a whole lot of flavor.
Here are some unconventional ways to use the superfood of all superfoods every day.
1. Avocado Mac 'n' Cheese
Creamy, cheesy and comforting. Plus, more nutritional value than your Kraft or Annie's noodles. Check out the recipe.
2. Baked Avocados
Only one of 1,000 reasons to love avocados: You can use the empty hole where the pit used to be as a bowl for more incredible food. Check out the recipe.
3. Avocado Breakfast Pizza
Loaded with protein, fiber, and tons of flavor, an avocado breakfast pizza is exactly what you need to start your morning (or lunch, or dinner). Check out the recipe.
4. Avocado Hummus
Creamy and fresh. All that's missing is the pita. Check out the recipe.
5. Avocado Baked Egg (a.k.a the Eggocado)
Avocado, meet Egg. Besides the heart-healthy nutrition and high protein count, this recipe is easy, delicious, and a flavorful twist on a breakfast favorite. Check out the recipe.
6. Salad Dressing
Looking for a new way to dress your salad? Look no further than avocados. A homemade superfood recipe is lower in calories than a traditional ranch or creamy dressing. Check out the recipe.
7. French Fried
Are you craving greasy comfort food, but don't want the extra calories of french fries or mozzarella sticks? Simply Panko-crust slices of avocado and fry to golden brown. Along with satisfying your cravings, you are absorbing all the nutrients the avocado has to offer. Check out the recipe.
8. Avocado Chocolate Pudding
Better than it sounds, avocado chocolate pudding is creamy, nutritional, and hides the taste of the avocado. It is dessert, minus the guilt. Check out the recipe.
9. Facial Mask
A simple avocado face mask provides the nutrients, antioxidants, and hydration your skin needs to look radiant and smooth (I tried this, and I immediately saw results). Check out the recipe.
10. Deep-Conditioning Hair Mask
Is your hair in dire need of care? Are you a broke college student that can't afford a salon brand hair mask? Look no further than your grocery store! With an avocado and a few simple ingredients, you can make a deep conditioning hair mask that will leave your hair silky, shiny and healthy. Check out the recipe.
