Avocados are a great source of monounsaturated fat (which can improve cholesterol levels, decrease risk of heart disease, and benefit brain activity), vitamin E (a powerful antioxidant), and vitamin B6 (which promotes healthy skin and serves as a back-up fuel). While avocados are a great addition to just about any healthy recipe, just remember not to overdo it—this fruit can be fairly high in calories for those watching their intake. Avocados make just about anything better, from salads to veggie-packed salsas to smoothies. Smear avocados onto toast, mash ’em into guacamole, or top your morning eggs with a couple slices—just make sure they’re perfectly ripe. Here are our favorite avocado recipes.

Avocado Pesto Stuffed Shells

www.aspicyperspective.com
www.aspicyperspective.com

Turkey Avocado Burgers

thelovenerds.com
thelovenerds.com

Avocado Egg Salad

www.inspiredtaste.net
www.inspiredtaste.net

Avocado Cilantro Lime Rice

www.cookingclassy.com
www.cookingclassy.com

Avocado Tuna Salad

www.simplyrecipes.com
www.simplyrecipes.com

Avocado Corn Cakes

www.createdby-diane.com
www.createdby-diane.com

Fudgy Avocado Brownies with Avocado Frosting

www.frugalmomeh.com
www.frugalmomeh.com

Avocado Cucumber Egg Salad

www.willcookforsmiles.com
www.willcookforsmiles.com

Crispy Baked Avocado Fries with Chipotle Dipping Sauce

gimmedelicious.com
gimmedelicious.com

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad

natashaskitchen.com
natashaskitchen.com

Avocado Hummus

www.jennifermeyering.com
www.jennifermeyering.com

Cucumber Avocado Toast

www.giverecipe.com
www.giverecipe.com

Baked Avocado with Egg

www.seasonalcravings.com
www.seasonalcravings.com

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower with Avocado

ifoodreal.com
ifoodreal.com

Chicken and Avocado Burritos

www.closetcooking.com
www.closetcooking.com