Avocado: simple and original recipes. Amaze at the table with 8 ideas
Avocado is a very popular fruit in the kitchen, especially since many have discovered its benefits for the body and its many properties. When you hear about avocado, you inevitably think of the classic guacamole, but you don't necessarily have to resort to tradition to use avocado in the kitchen. If you are looking for new dishes with avocado, simple recipes, light or even vegan, here we offer you 5 original ideas and 3 classic ideas suitable for all seasons, in 3 exclusive video recipes. They are ideal to amaze at the table, or simply to add a touch of exoticism to your sweet or savory recipes.
Often these recipes require ripe avocados, so it is good to be very careful about the state of ripeness of this fruit, which plays tricks and easily spoils. Once you understand how to preserve avocado, find the right time to try these recipes, and you will not disfigure with your guests! There are combinations such as avocado and eggs, combinations with pasta, for those who love first courses, vegan recipes , and one of the easiest dessert recipes to make. Find out everything and choose your favorite ideas!
1. Avocado and baked eggs
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Avocado and eggs is a great pairing, which will allow you to use this recipe in both summer and winter. Preparing them in the oven is simple, just follow our recipe ...
Ingredients for 4 people
2 ripe avocados
4 eggs
salt and pepper
chives or parsley (optional)
Preparation
Turn on the oven at 200 °. Cut the avocado in two, remove the central stone. Remove a couple of tablespoons of avocado from the inside, just to make the eggs fit more comfortably. Place the avocados in a baking dish, trying to make them stand as firmly as possible. Open an egg in each half, add and bake for 15-20 minutes and in any case until the eggs are cooked. Remove from the oven, season with salt and pepper and serve with a sprinkling of chives or another fresh herb. [Photo © www.apronstringsblog.com]
2. Avocado Spaghetti: Pair this fruit with pasta!
Have you ever thought of a recipe with avocado and pasta? Why not try the spaghetti with avocado, then? The sauce with avocado will be so creamy that all your guests will be convinced it contains tons of butter, when it will be nothing but avocado with garlic, basil and olive oil ...
Ingredients for 4 people
280 grams of spaghetti
2 ripe avocados to take the pulp from
the juice of 1 lemon
2 cloves of garlic
olive oil to taste
fresh basil a full handful
Salt to taste
parmesan to grate
Preparation
Combine avocado, lemon juice, garlic, oil (about 50ml), basil and a pinch of salt. Blend with a blender or blender until you get a creamy mixture. Taste and season with salt. Cook the pasta, season and serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese and a few basil leaves. [Photo © TheComfortOfCooking]
3. Avocado meatballs: the vegan recipe for everyone
A vegan avocado recipe that will appeal to even those who are a licensed carnivore. These avocado patties are delicious, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Must try!
Ingrediants
1 ripe avocado, mashed
120g chickpeas or red lentils
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
coriander leaves or parsley
salt
Preparation
Mix the avocado with the precooked chickpeas (or, if desired, boiled by adding a bay leaf, cardamom, cloves and a small piece of cinnamon) and all the spices, including fresh coriander, adjust according to your preferences. , if necessary, add a drizzle of hot water, until it reaches a suitable consistency to create the meatballs. Fry in a drizzle of oil until golden brown.Photo © HolyCow!]
4. Baked avocado chips: light but tasty recipe
If you are craving a delicacy that is actually a light and healthy snack, these avocado "chips" are for you!
Ingrediants
2 avocados, sliced
flour to taste
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon of paprika
2 beaten eggs
250 gr of panko or breadcrumbs
1/2 lemon
Preparation
Turn on the oven at 200 °. Prepare three bowls: one with the flour combined with salt, pepper, and paprika; one with the beaten egg, the third with panko or breadcrumbs. Slice the avocado, pass each slice first in the flour, then in the egg and finally in the bread. Bake on baking paper for 20 minutes. Serve with a slice lemon. [Photo and recipe © Kim "s Healthy Eats]
5. Avocado and coconut ice cream: the sweet recipe not to be missed
Let's move on to something refreshing, here is one of the sweet recipes perfect for summer, which combines the unmistakable taste of coconut with the creaminess of avocado.
Ingrediants
1 ripe avocado
180 ml coconut milk
3-4 tablespoons of sugar
1 teaspoon of lime juice
Preparation
Remove the pulp from the avocado and reduce it to a puree with a fork. Add the coconut milk and sugar, using a hand blender or blender to make the mixture creamy and homogeneous.Finally, add the lime juice (or alternatively, other flavors, such as vanilla or rum) and pour into the ice cream molds. Leave to harden for at least 5 hours or overnight. [Photo and recipe © Ruchik Randhap]
Discover also 3 video light recipes with avocado!
In addition to these 5 simple recipes, avocado lends itself to many different uses and combinations: with prawns, in the famous toast, and in the even more famous guacamole. Discover 3 light recipes in our videos: they are simple to make and fun to imitate!
1. Avocado toast: an original snack
For some time now they have become a real obsession: avocado toast is the trendy recipe that can't be easier. Even children can learn it! And then: what a taste! Find out how to prepare them in this video.
2. Shrimp and avocado rolls: finger food to amaze
Do you want to impress with a light and easy-to-prepare snack? Try the raw shrimp, avocado and cherry tomato rolls. Our Anna Brambilla shows you how to do it in this video recipe ...
3. The traditional Mexican recipe: guacamole
It is the avocado recipe par excellence: guacamole. Find out how to do it for a traditional Mexican meal!
