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Avocados

Avocados are classically harvested in summer in California. They are harvested pretty much year-round in Hawaii and even in California, where most of the U.S. crop is grown. Find easy ways to use these luscious, flavorful fruits below.

All About Avocados

Avocados are smooth, luscious, nutritious, and more versatile than you might think. Find how to buy and store them as well as how to use them below.

How to Keep Guacamole Green

Guacamole oxidizes - turns an unappetizing brown - quickly without proper precautions.

Avocado Salad Dressing

Quick, luscious, thick salad dressing that works the avocado into the dressing.

Chile & Cilantro Guacamole

It's great with chips, on tacos, or any other way you might use guacamole.

Corn Avocado Salad

Crunchy sweet corn kernels and chunks of creamy avocado coated with a spicy lime dressing makes a great salad, salsa, or relish - depending on how you want to use it.

How to Make an Easy Guacamole Recipe Video

See how easy it is to make your own fresh guacamole.

Fennel Avocado Salad

Thinly sliced fennel, avocado, and red onion get coated in an easy dressing to make this quick, easy, and healthful salad.

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