Recipes for Avocados

Safe ways to use avocados past its expiration date

Avocado Toast

Avocado Toast

A simple and delicious way to use expired avocados without compromising food safety.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
5 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe but expired avocado
  • 2 slices of bread
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1. Cut the expired avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
  2. 2. Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth.
  3. 3. Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
  4. 4. Drizzle olive oil over the toasted bread.
  5. 5. Spread the mashed avocado evenly on each slice of bread.
  6. 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 7. Serve immediately.
  8. 8. Enjoy your delicious and waste-reducing avocado toast!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Avocado Pasta

Avocado Pasta

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish made with slightly expired avocados.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 250g linguine pasta
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. While the pasta is cooking, cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh into a blender or food processor.
  3. 3. Add the garlic, basil leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. 4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the avocado sauce. Toss until the pasta is well coated.
  5. 5. Serve the avocado pasta with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  6. 6. Enjoy the creamy and delicious avocado pasta!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Avocado Salsa

Avocado Salsa

A zesty and refreshing salsa made with slightly past expiration avocados.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1/2 red onion
  • 1 jalapeno pepper
  • 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. 1. Dice the avocados, red onion, and jalapeno pepper.
  2. 2. Finely chop the cilantro.
  3. 3. In a bowl, combine the diced avocados, red onion, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro.
  4. 4. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture.
  5. 5. Season with salt to taste and gently toss to combine.
  6. 6. Serve the avocado salsa immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos or grilled meats.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Avocado and Tomato Salad

Avocado and Tomato Salad

A refreshing salad that makes use of expired avocados while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe but expired avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1. In a bowl, combine the sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. 2. In a small separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3. Pour the dressing over the avocado and tomato mixture.
  4. 4. Gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
  5. 5. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. 6. Serve chilled and enjoy your revitalizing avocado and tomato salad!
  7. 7. Remember to discard any avocado that appears spoiled or has an off smell.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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