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30 Ways to Love Avocados

These avocado recipes are more than just garnishes or salad toppings

By SAVEUR Editors


Published on May 21, 2018

With the rise of picture-perfect avocado toast, the buttery green fruit has taken center stage in produce aisles and on social media. But fanatics like us have always loved avocado as a versatile ingredient that's perfect for any kind of recipe (brownies! breakfast sandwiches! soups!). You'd think that we'd suffer from avocado fatigue, but we don't. We were here before the avocado trend, and we'll be cooking with the stuff long after.

Avocados are creamy and rich and bolster the thickness of any dish they touch. Go beyond using the fruit for garnish or a topping and make avocado recipes that highlight the natural creaminess. Avocados are great in tons of spring vegetarian recipes as the fattiness of avocados help make for a more filling dish. We love using them to thicken up spring soups, as well as in traditional Mexican recipes and Texan recipes like tacos, soups, and quesadillas. Need to get through a ton of avocados? Learn our trick for how to dice an avocado in 10 seconds and then go make the best avocado guac you've ever had. We've rounded up our favorite avocado recipes to use up the rest of your avocado haul.

Shrimp, Avocado, Crispy Potatoes, Copenhagen, Smorrebrod
Pan-Fried Chorizo Burgers with Avocado, Fried Eggs and Spicy Mayo
Pan-Fried Chorizo Burgers with Avocado, Fried Eggs and Spicy Mayo

A riff on a breakfast plate, these burgers get a wonderfully spicy flavor from an even mix of ground beef and chorizo. Get the recipe for Pan-Fried Chorizo Burgers with Avocado, Fried Eggs and Spicy Mayo »

Avocado-Mint Shake
Avocado-Mint Shake

This chilly treat is an adaptation of one served at the Royale Eatery, a burger and shake shop in Cape Town, South Africa. A simple purée of avocado, ice cream, mint leaves, and ice, it’s sweet, rich, and dense enough to stand a spoon in. Get the recipe for Avocado-Mint Shake »

Hearts Of Palm and Avocado Salad
Hearts Of Palm and Avocado Salad

Hearts Of Palm and Avocado Salad

Classic Guacamole
Summer Lobster Tacos
Summer Lobster Tacos

Summer Lobster Tacos

Grilled Shrimp Summer Rolls
Grilled Shrimp Summer Rolls

Grilled Shrimp Summer Rolls

Avocado Shake
Avocado Shake

This creamy, sweet shake-made without ice cream-is a popular Indonesian snack.

Brown Rice Salad with Avocado
Brown Rice Salad with Avocado

Brown Rice Salad with Avocado

Avocado and Apple "Tartare" with Fried Walnut Dumplings and Chive Cream
Avocado and Apple "Tartare" with Fried Walnut Dumplings and Chive Cream

Tart apple and cold avocado balance hot, crisp walnut dumplings and creamy chive sauce in this refreshing vegan dish from chef Josita Hartanto of Berlin’s Lucky Leek. You can make the walnut dumplings a day ahead, but make sure to prepare the tartare within two hours of serving, so the apples and avocados don’t brown. Get the recipe for Avocado and Apple “Tartare” with Fried Walnut Dumplings and Chive Cream »

California Sandwich
California Sandwich

A version of a California classic, this sandwich is a mix of vegetables, whole-grain bread, and Jack cheese, topped with ranch dressing.

Avocado-Mango Salad (Saladu Awooka ak Mango)
Avocado-Mango Salad (Saladu Awooka ak Mango)

Creamy avocados and sweet mangoes are marinated in a citrus dressing, composing a bright and refreshing salad that’s the perfect counterpoint to rich and savory stews.

Sautéed Crab with Avocado, Grapefruit, and Herb Salad
Sautéed Crab with Avocado, Grapefruit, and Herb Salad

Crabmeat is rubbed with a smoky chile paste, then sautéed and tossed in this refreshing salad of creamy avocado, tart grapefruit, and herbs.

Lobster and Avocado Salad
Lobster and Avocado Salad

Sliced ripe avocados add a silky bite to an elegant salad tossed with lobster and juicy grapefruit segments. Get the recipe for Lobster and Avocado Salad »

Tomatillo Salsa with Avocado and Queso Fresco (Salsa de Albañil)
Tomatillo Salsa with Avocado and Queso Fresco (Salsa de Albañil)

This fruity tomatillo salsa layered with queso fresco and avocado slices can be served as a side dish or as an appetizer with warm tortillas.

Scallops with Avocado Mashed Potatoes
Scallops with Avocado Mashed Potatoes

Guacamole meets mashed potatoes in this simple scallops dish.

Avocado with Salted Caramel
Avocado with Salted Caramel

Salty, bittersweet caramel meets buttery avocado in this quick treatment, perfect for dessert or as a snack served atop toast or ice cream.

Guacamole Taquero
Guacamole Taquero

This creamy all-purpose salsa is great on tacos filled with carnitas or grilled cactus.

Tuna Tartare with Avocado
Tuna Tartare with Avocado

This elegant appetizer is quick to prepare and simple to plate.

Marinated Celery and Avocado Salad
Marinated Celery and Avocado Salad

Crisp celery and radishes are lightly pickled in lemon juice in this salad from chef Juan Pablo Mellado Arana of Las Cabras in Santiago, which makes a perfect addition to any heavy Chilean meal.

Green Salsa with Avocado (Salsa Verde con Aguacate)
Green Salsa with Avocado (Salsa Verde con Aguacate)

This green salsa is made thick and luscious by adding fresh avocado. Serve tableside with almost any dish— it’s especially delicious with roasted pork dishes or tacos carne asada.

Black Bean Burger with Salsa Fresca and Avocado Crema
Black Bean Burger with Salsa Fresca and Avocado Crema

Cumin, paprika, coriander, and both poblano and chipotle chiles lend their robust flavor to this earthy black bean burger.

Chilled Avocado Soup (Sopa Fria de Aguacate)
Chilled Avocado Soup (Sopa Fria de Aguacate)

Brightened with chiles and lime juice, this silky avocado soup gets an added dose of richness from heavy cream.

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