Tropical
Avocado
A rich, creamy fruit often used in savory dishes and spreads.
Quick facts
- Scientific name
- Persea americana
- Origin
- Central America
- Season
- Year-round
- Colors
- green
Nutrition
Approximate values per 100 g. Values can vary by variety and preparation.
- Calories160 kcal
- Carbohydrates8.5 g
- Fiber6.7 g
- Sugar0.7 g
- Vitamin C10 mg
Storage
Store unripe avocados at room temperature and refrigerate once ripe.
Ripeness
A ripe avocado yields gently to a light press.
Growing
Avocados grow best in warm climates with mild winters.
Freezing
Mash and freeze for guacamole or spreads.
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