Snacking made delicious, portable and simple! Enjoy these make-ahead avocado banana granola clusters straight, or with yogurt and fresh fruit. Made with fresh avocado, banana, and basic pantry staples, this crunchy treat provides a good source of fiber and can keep for up to five days. Try grabbing a handful while on the go to fuel up between meals.
These tasty oven-baked crispy avocado bites are a creative way to get more fruit in your snack or side dish. The combination of a crunchy outside with a creamy avocado center not only makes for a satisfying treat but provides a good source of fiber and protein. Enjoy these bites straight out of the oven or pair with your favorite dipping sauce.
These quick snacks are easy to share with kids and a delicious way to boost fruit intake.
Help small kids start healthy eating habits early on with these delicious, easy-to-make egg “donuts” with fresh avocado. Avocados are kid-friendly as they provide great taste, fun texture, and they contribute valuable nutrients. This quick and delicious recipe can be made in minutes for an easy on-the-go breakfast or snack that makes the back-to-school routine fun and simple.
This cool recipe will be your next signature appetizer to serve at summer gatherings. Light and refreshing, these easy lettuce cups feature a variety of delicious ingredients including fresh avocado and are topped with a zesty lime vinaigrette. Bursting with color and flavor, this recipe provides good fats and fiber for nourishment.
Recipe developed by Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN, LD
No meat? No problem! This hearty black bean, quinoa and avocado burger is full of heart-healthy ingredients like fresh avocados. Top each patty with additional mashed avocado for added texture, flavor and more nutrition, this easy recipe is great for your next outdoor gathering.
Recipe developed by Malena Perdomo, MS, RDN, CDCES
This unique fresh avocado recipe will up the fun (and yum!) factor for snack time. Nutritious, kid-friendly, and easy-to-make, these mini sushi donuts made with a colorful array of ingredients, provide both fiber and protein. Plus, this is a great way to incorporate nutrient-dense fruits like avocado, which contribute nearly 20 vitamins and minerals. It’s sure to be a recipe the whole family will love.
Recipe developed by Patricia Bannan, MS, RDN
Taco Tuesday done right! Serve these delicious air fried avocados tacos with pickled red onion (encurtido) and a light and fresh avocado sauce. These tacos are not only bursting with flavor but provide a good source of fiber and protein. This recipe comes together in a flash when using the air fryer, but you can also make it in less than 15 minutes in the oven.
Recipe developed by Malena Perdomo, MS, RDN, CDCES
A twist on a traditional breakfast favorite, this roll-up pancake is fun to customize and make with kids. Mashed, fresh avocado and whole grain flour in the batter help create a satisfying and nutritious meal that can be filled with nut butter, Greek yogurt, scrambled eggs, or fresh fruit for a perfect mommy and me meal for Mother’s Day!
Recipe developed by Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDCES, LDN, CPT
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