avocados Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Sun, 16 Apr 2023 13:49:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 How To Choose An Avocado https://thedancingcucumber.com/how-to-choose-an-avocado/ Wed, 19 Apr 2023 08:14:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6431 Guacamole, avocado toast, or salad ingredient—there’s no denying avocado is bomb. Plus, it’s good for you, full of healthy fats. The one downside? It isn’t always easy to tell which one to buy, and because they’re on the expensive side, you don’t want to make the mistake of getting an avocado that will go bad […]

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]]> Guacamole, avocado toast, or salad ingredient—there’s no denying avocado is bomb. Plus, it’s good for you, full of healthy fats. The one downside? It isn’t always easy to tell which one to buy, and because they’re on the expensive side, you don’t want to make the mistake of getting an avocado that will go bad before you get around to using it or, on the flip side, won’t be ripe for weeks. So here’s a guide to choosing the right avocado.

Want to Eat it Today?

An avocado that is ripe and ready to eat will be forest green. You should be able to easily flick off the avocado’s little nub on its top side. It should feel a bit soft to the touch when you gently squeeze it.

It’s Gone Bad

An avocado has gone bad if the color is going past green into brownish territory and feels slack in your hand. If the skin is falling away from the fruit on its own, the avocado is probably overripe.

Not Ready Yet

If your avocado is lighter green and still firm, it’s not ready to eat yet. While you wait for it to ripen, set it on the counter for three to five days. If you’re really impatient, you can ripen the avocado in a paper bag with a banana. That’ll make it ready to go in just a day or two.

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]]> Top 3 Tips for Picking Perfectly Ripe Avocado Every Time https://thedancingcucumber.com/top-3-tips-for-picking-perfectly-ripe-avocado-every-time/ Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:11:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7394 Avocados can be used in a long list of different dishes, but the real trouble starts once you notice that the ones you bought aren’t perfectly ripe. To avoid this problem, follow these three short steps to determine how ripe avocados at your local grocery store really are before buying them. Step 1: Color Most […]

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]]> Avocados can be used in a long list of different dishes, but the real trouble starts once you notice that the ones you bought aren’t perfectly ripe. To avoid this problem, follow these three short steps to determine how ripe avocados at your local grocery store really are before buying them.

Step 1: Color

Most people rely on visual cues when determining the ripeness of certain fruits. This method doesn’t always work, but it can come in handy in the case of avocados. The ones with dark green or nearly black skin are ripe enough and can be eaten right away. That’s not the case with green avocados and you’ll wait for them to ripen before eating them.

Step 2: Texture

The texture is another external factor that will help you determine an avocado’s ripeness. Avocados that have a bumpy texture, in addition to dark green color, are usually perfectly ripe and ready for consumption, but that’s rarely the case with smooth ones.

Step 3: Firmness

If color and texture aren’t giving you enough cues about the ripeness of avocados, it’s time to check their firmness. Ripe avocados usually feel feels slightly soft but not too mushy when you gently squeeze them because they’re one of those fruits that soften as they ripen.

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]]> Fun Facts About Avocados You Probably Didn’t Know https://thedancingcucumber.com/fun-facts-about-avocados-you-probably-didnt-know/ Fri, 25 Mar 2022 10:16:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7649 People have become obsessed with avocados, which is not surprising considering that this exotic fruit is super nutritious and very versatile. Even if you’re the biggest fan of avocados and you think you know everything there is about this food, here are a few fun facts that might actually surprise you. It’s a Berry Avocado […]

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]]> People have become obsessed with avocados, which is not surprising considering that this exotic fruit is super nutritious and very versatile. Even if you’re the biggest fan of avocados and you think you know everything there is about this food, here are a few fun facts that might actually surprise you.

It’s a Berry

Avocado is often mistaken for a vegetable, probably due to its savory taste, but it is in fact a fruit. What’s even more surprising is that avocados are actually classified as single-seeded berries.

They’re High In Protein

Despite the popular opinion that fruit is not a rich source of protein, there are many fruits that can help us add more protein to the diet, including avocado.

It’s a Good Butter Substitute

Butter is not the healthiest ingredient to add to your muffins, bread, sandwiches are other foods.  Avocados, on the other hand, can be an excellent alternative to butter because they’re high in fat and nutritious and can make your dishes super creamy and healthier.

They’re Packed With Potassium

Avocado is not only packed with protein it’s also an excellent source of potassium too. In fact, avocados contain twice as much potassium as bananas, which is surprising considering that bananas are usually the first food associated with potassium.

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]]> Stop Your Avocados From Turning Brown with These Useful Hacks https://thedancingcucumber.com/stop-your-avocados-from-turning-brown-with-these-useful-hacks/ Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:31:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7213 Most people don’t eat an entire avocado at once due to their high fat and calorie content, but storing them properly is easier said than done. They’re prone to turning brown extremely quickly, but there are tricks you can use to make them stay fresh for longer. Wrap Them Up Leaving your avocados in your […]

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]]> Most people don’t eat an entire avocado at once due to their high fat and calorie content, but storing them properly is easier said than done. They’re prone to turning brown extremely quickly, but there are tricks you can use to make them stay fresh for longer.

Wrap Them Up

Leaving your avocados in your fridge as they are won’t do them any favors. The least you can do to delay the browning process is to cover them with some plastic wrap.

Olive Oil

A tiny drop of olive oil can help you keep your cut avocados fresh for longer. Brush your halved avocados with olive oil that doesn’t have a strong taste and store them in an airtight container to prevent them from browning.

Lemon to the Rescue

The olive oil method can also be repeated with lemon or lime juice. Just like all the other citrus fruits, lemon contains strong antioxidants, which can come in handy in this situation.

Onion Method

Avocados and onions may not seem like the perfect combo, but they are. If none of the previous methods work, chop some red onions and place them in an airtight container with avocados on top. Their strong vapors will prolong the browning process of your avocados.

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]]> 3 Things You Should Keep in Mind When Adding Avocados to Your Salads https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-things-you-should-keep-in-mind-when-adding-avocados-to-your-salads/ Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:24:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7128 Adding avocados to your salad is one of the easiest ways to put them to some good use. They blend perfectly with a long list of different ingredients, but there’s a couple of things you should keep in mind when using them in your salad. Portion Control Always keep in mind that avocados come with […]

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]]> Adding avocados to your salad is one of the easiest ways to put them to some good use. They blend perfectly with a long list of different ingredients, but there’s a couple of things you should keep in mind when using them in your salad.

Portion Control

Always keep in mind that avocados come with high fat and calorie content. Your salad should be a healthy dish, but you can turn it into a calorie bomb by adding more avocado than you should. Moderation is key, especially if you’re going to eat the salad by yourself.

Slicing Technique

There are no concrete rules when it comes to the way you’re going to slice your avocados, but certain shapes work better with certain types of salads. Leafy green salads will benefit from avocado slices, while chunkier salads with lots of different ingredients call for the use of chopped or diced avocados.

Last Ingredient

The tricky thing about avocados is that they can brown after being exposed to the air for too long. They’ll look much more appealing and taste a bit better if you add them to your salad at the very end, after all the other ingredients.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> avocados Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Sun, 16 Apr 2023 13:49:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 How To Choose An Avocado https://thedancingcucumber.com/how-to-choose-an-avocado/ Wed, 19 Apr 2023 08:14:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6431 Guacamole, avocado toast, or salad ingredient—there’s no denying avocado is bomb. Plus, it’s good for you, full of healthy fats. The one downside? It isn’t always easy to tell which one to buy, and because they’re on the expensive side, you don’t want to make the mistake of getting an avocado that will go bad […]

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]]> Guacamole, avocado toast, or salad ingredient—there’s no denying avocado is bomb. Plus, it’s good for you, full of healthy fats. The one downside? It isn’t always easy to tell which one to buy, and because they’re on the expensive side, you don’t want to make the mistake of getting an avocado that will go bad before you get around to using it or, on the flip side, won’t be ripe for weeks. So here’s a guide to choosing the right avocado.

Want to Eat it Today?

An avocado that is ripe and ready to eat will be forest green. You should be able to easily flick off the avocado’s little nub on its top side. It should feel a bit soft to the touch when you gently squeeze it.

It’s Gone Bad

An avocado has gone bad if the color is going past green into brownish territory and feels slack in your hand. If the skin is falling away from the fruit on its own, the avocado is probably overripe.

Not Ready Yet

If your avocado is lighter green and still firm, it’s not ready to eat yet. While you wait for it to ripen, set it on the counter for three to five days. If you’re really impatient, you can ripen the avocado in a paper bag with a banana. That’ll make it ready to go in just a day or two.

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]]> Top 3 Tips for Picking Perfectly Ripe Avocado Every Time https://thedancingcucumber.com/top-3-tips-for-picking-perfectly-ripe-avocado-every-time/ Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:11:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7394 Avocados can be used in a long list of different dishes, but the real trouble starts once you notice that the ones you bought aren’t perfectly ripe. To avoid this problem, follow these three short steps to determine how ripe avocados at your local grocery store really are before buying them. Step 1: Color Most […]

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]]> Avocados can be used in a long list of different dishes, but the real trouble starts once you notice that the ones you bought aren’t perfectly ripe. To avoid this problem, follow these three short steps to determine how ripe avocados at your local grocery store really are before buying them.

Step 1: Color

Most people rely on visual cues when determining the ripeness of certain fruits. This method doesn’t always work, but it can come in handy in the case of avocados. The ones with dark green or nearly black skin are ripe enough and can be eaten right away. That’s not the case with green avocados and you’ll wait for them to ripen before eating them.

Step 2: Texture

The texture is another external factor that will help you determine an avocado’s ripeness. Avocados that have a bumpy texture, in addition to dark green color, are usually perfectly ripe and ready for consumption, but that’s rarely the case with smooth ones.

Step 3: Firmness

If color and texture aren’t giving you enough cues about the ripeness of avocados, it’s time to check their firmness. Ripe avocados usually feel feels slightly soft but not too mushy when you gently squeeze them because they’re one of those fruits that soften as they ripen.

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]]> Fun Facts About Avocados You Probably Didn’t Know https://thedancingcucumber.com/fun-facts-about-avocados-you-probably-didnt-know/ Fri, 25 Mar 2022 10:16:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7649 People have become obsessed with avocados, which is not surprising considering that this exotic fruit is super nutritious and very versatile. Even if you’re the biggest fan of avocados and you think you know everything there is about this food, here are a few fun facts that might actually surprise you. It’s a Berry Avocado […]

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]]> People have become obsessed with avocados, which is not surprising considering that this exotic fruit is super nutritious and very versatile. Even if you’re the biggest fan of avocados and you think you know everything there is about this food, here are a few fun facts that might actually surprise you.

It’s a Berry

Avocado is often mistaken for a vegetable, probably due to its savory taste, but it is in fact a fruit. What’s even more surprising is that avocados are actually classified as single-seeded berries.

They’re High In Protein

Despite the popular opinion that fruit is not a rich source of protein, there are many fruits that can help us add more protein to the diet, including avocado.

It’s a Good Butter Substitute

Butter is not the healthiest ingredient to add to your muffins, bread, sandwiches are other foods.  Avocados, on the other hand, can be an excellent alternative to butter because they’re high in fat and nutritious and can make your dishes super creamy and healthier.

They’re Packed With Potassium

Avocado is not only packed with protein it’s also an excellent source of potassium too. In fact, avocados contain twice as much potassium as bananas, which is surprising considering that bananas are usually the first food associated with potassium.

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]]> Stop Your Avocados From Turning Brown with These Useful Hacks https://thedancingcucumber.com/stop-your-avocados-from-turning-brown-with-these-useful-hacks/ Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:31:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7213 Most people don’t eat an entire avocado at once due to their high fat and calorie content, but storing them properly is easier said than done. They’re prone to turning brown extremely quickly, but there are tricks you can use to make them stay fresh for longer. Wrap Them Up Leaving your avocados in your […]

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]]> Most people don’t eat an entire avocado at once due to their high fat and calorie content, but storing them properly is easier said than done. They’re prone to turning brown extremely quickly, but there are tricks you can use to make them stay fresh for longer.

Wrap Them Up

Leaving your avocados in your fridge as they are won’t do them any favors. The least you can do to delay the browning process is to cover them with some plastic wrap.

Olive Oil

A tiny drop of olive oil can help you keep your cut avocados fresh for longer. Brush your halved avocados with olive oil that doesn’t have a strong taste and store them in an airtight container to prevent them from browning.

Lemon to the Rescue

The olive oil method can also be repeated with lemon or lime juice. Just like all the other citrus fruits, lemon contains strong antioxidants, which can come in handy in this situation.

Onion Method

Avocados and onions may not seem like the perfect combo, but they are. If none of the previous methods work, chop some red onions and place them in an airtight container with avocados on top. Their strong vapors will prolong the browning process of your avocados.

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]]> 3 Things You Should Keep in Mind When Adding Avocados to Your Salads https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-things-you-should-keep-in-mind-when-adding-avocados-to-your-salads/ Wed, 17 Mar 2021 06:24:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=7128 Adding avocados to your salad is one of the easiest ways to put them to some good use. They blend perfectly with a long list of different ingredients, but there’s a couple of things you should keep in mind when using them in your salad. Portion Control Always keep in mind that avocados come with […]

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]]> Adding avocados to your salad is one of the easiest ways to put them to some good use. They blend perfectly with a long list of different ingredients, but there’s a couple of things you should keep in mind when using them in your salad.

Portion Control

Always keep in mind that avocados come with high fat and calorie content. Your salad should be a healthy dish, but you can turn it into a calorie bomb by adding more avocado than you should. Moderation is key, especially if you’re going to eat the salad by yourself.

Slicing Technique

There are no concrete rules when it comes to the way you’re going to slice your avocados, but certain shapes work better with certain types of salads. Leafy green salads will benefit from avocado slices, while chunkier salads with lots of different ingredients call for the use of chopped or diced avocados.

Last Ingredient

The tricky thing about avocados is that they can brown after being exposed to the air for too long. They’ll look much more appealing and taste a bit better if you add them to your salad at the very end, after all the other ingredients.

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