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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.
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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