25 Avocado Recipes

Avocados have earned their spot as a beloved staple in kitchens around the globe, and for good reason.

Their rich texture, mild flavor, and incredible versatility make them perfect for various dishes, from breakfast to dessert.

1: Look for the stem. It’s generally better if the avocado still has the small stem on. This way, it will stay fresh for longer after being bought.

2: Look at the color. Ripe avocados are generally darker than unripe ones, so try to find dark green, almost black ones.

3: Avoid shiny avocados. Ripe avocados generally have a dull, matte peel, while shiny avocados usually are unripe.

4: Avoid indentations or bruise spots. If you see obvious bruises that are soft to the touch, it is not recommended that you buy them.

5: Feel it. If the avocado yields to firm, gentle pressure, you know it’s ready to eat.

To feel the avocado, pick it up in the palm of your hand and apply gentle pressure with the whole hand.

Do not squeeze with your fingertips, as you might damage the avocado.

With ripe and bright green avocados, you are ready to prepare these easy and tasty avocado recipes at home.

1. Avocado spread

If you haven’t tried the combinations of avocado and tahini, you are in for a treat: it’s simply delicious. This is one of the best spreads/dips we’ve ever tried.

For us, avocado and tahini have become the year’s favorite combination. It is perfect with pita, focaccia, sandwiches, and avocado toast.

2. Black bean salad

Inspired by Mexican flavors, this salad is perfect for making ahead and eating for a quick and nutritious lunch, as a healthy dinner, or bringing potlucks and picnics.

Black beans are a powerhouse of nutrition, and combined with creamy avocado and fresh veggies, this salad will keep you satiated for a long time.

3. Avocado salad

With its healthy fats and plenty of fiber, the avocado makes this salad a good candidate for a quick everyday summer lunch.

We often eat it as a main for dinner and serve it with a side of hummus, crostini, or rosemary focaccia.

4. Guacamole

Guacamole is a Mexican avocado-based dip, sometimes served as a spread or salad.

The name comes from the Aztec language “āhuacamōlli,” which means ‘avocado sauce,’ from āhuacatl ‘avocado’ and mōlli ‘sauce.’

It’s a perfect starter with nachos and a great pairing with most Mexican dishes!

5. Sweet potato chili

Here’s an easy one-pot bean chili with tender sweet potato, corn, and bell pepper.

It’s great for meal prep and pairs well with nachos and tortillas. Serve it with avocado, sour cream, guacamole, lime, and fresh cilantro.

6. Breakfast hash

Fresh cilantro, sour cream, and slices of creamy avocado make unique toppings for this healthy potato hash recipe.

With this sweet potato hash, you can enjoy a modern, healthier breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipe.

7. Tofu scramble

An excellent way to eat tofu is to add seasonal veggies to it.

Serve the scramble on toast with plenty of avocado slices, olive oil, and fresh parsley for a wholesome meal and protein-rich breakfast.

8. Microwave sweet potato

Microwave sweet potato is the easiest and fastest way to cook sweet potato.

For a wholesome meal, stuff the potato with chickpea salad, rice salad, or couscous, and add a dollop of mashed avocado on top.

9. Quinoa chickpea salad

Our chickpea quinoa salad with avocado is an easy and tasty meal that can be made in less than 20 minutes with simple ingredients.

You’ll love this grain bowl for its taste and many nutritional benefits. Quinoa and chickpeas make it an excellent source of plant-based protein.

10. Tofu salad

Avocado is a creamy and delicious addition to this lunch–friendly tofu salad.

Combining fresh lettuce, veggies, fried tofu, and tahini sauce makes a healthy and tasty vegetarian dinner idea.

11. Sweet potato salad

Roasted sweet potato pairs well with leafy greens, creamy avocado, tangy red onion, pumpkin seeds, and feta cheese.

This sweet potato salad is lovely for the holidays, a fantastic lunchbox idea, and a wholesome weeknight dinner.

12. Kale salad

Kale salad is excellent as a starter or side dish for a memorable holiday meal during the winter.

It’s also excellent as an easy vegetarian lunch or dinner when you add roasted pumpkin, walnuts, and avocado.

13. Lentil chili

A bowl of lentil chili provides over 25 grams of complete and high-quality vegan protein.

It’s a nourishing lentil recipe with a hearty tomato flavor and excellent with sliced avocado and pickled red onions.

14. Vegan breakfast burrito

Make this easy and delicious vegan breakfast burrito in just 15 minutes.

Fill it with tofu scramble, black beans, and bell pepper, and top it with cashew sour cream, avocado, and hot sauce.

15. Black bean soup

This creamy black bean soup is an easy one-pot recipe packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants.

Serve with sliced avocado on top and fresh cilantro. You’ll love this black bean soup because of its rich and hearty taste, spicy and smokey notes, and creamy texture.

16. Chickpea pasta salad

This chickpea pasta salad is excellent for meal prep, potlucks, and picnics.

It can also be a quick lunch or a meatless dinner; mixing pasta with chickpeas is the perfect combination to make you feel satiated and nourished.

17. Easy chickpea salad

You’ll love this easy salad recipe because it is fresh, colorful, nutritious, and fulfilling.

We mix fresh veggies, nutty chickpeas, creamy avocado, and a tangy mustard dressing to make this salad a lunch winner.

18. Stuffed eggplant with avocado

This Italian-inspired roasted eggplant recipe is topped with Avocado spread, cherry tomatoes, and crispy roasted chickpeas.

It’s an easy dinner idea with plenty of healthy nutrients and a Mediterranean flavor base.

19. Black bean mango salad

Black bean mango salad is a satisfying meal with juicy mango, creamy avocado, bell peppers, nutty black beans, and nourishing quinoa.

We rely on a beautiful, easy-to-make cilantro lime dressing that adds a tangy and slightly sweet taste to this vibrant salad recipe to tie everything together.

20. Watermelon salad

Watermelon salad is a must-try for the hot summer months and barbecue season.

Add crisp cucumber, sliced basil leaves, and thinly sliced red onion to the watermelon cubes. Try it with diced avocado to make our salad recipe even tastier and creamier.

21. Flatbread pizza with avocado spread

We top the pizza flatbreads with three easy toppings inspired by different cuisines.

Try the Italian (melted cheese, basil, and tomatoes), the Greek (sun–dried tomato pesto, olives, and yogurt), and the Californian (mashed avocado and a quick chipotle sauce).

22. Mashed chickpea salad with avocado

Vegan tuna or chickpea tuna is an easy, fun, and tasty recipe that uses mashed chickpeas and a few other simple ingredients to recreate the flavor of tuna salad.

Make your mashed chickpea salad with avocado instead of mayonnaise for a plant–based, creamy sandwich idea.

23. Hummus sandwich

This hummus sandwich is the perfect recipe for a quick and healthy breakfast, easy lunch, or dinner.

You can prepare it with homemade or store-bought hummus, crunchy fresh veggies, meaty roasted red peppers, tangy pickled vegetables, and toasted slices of your favorite bread.

24. Mango salad

Sweet and juicy mango pairs perfectly with creamy avocado, crunchy red bell pepper, tangy shallots or mild red onions, and spicy red chilies.

We recommend serving this vegan salad with baby spinach or beautiful purple radicchio; its slightly bitter and spicy taste melds perfectly with the sweetness of ripe mango.

25. Buddha bowl

Buddha Bowl is a colorful and wholesome plant–based meal with rice, spinach, diced mango, carrot ribbons, cabbage, cucumber, sliced avocado, and grilled tofu.

Top it with pickled red onion and a generous drizzle of peanut sauce for a satiating and delicious meal.