This is my fourth year participating in the A to Z challenge, the past three I focused on Newfoundland; its dialect, lore and communities. I'm trying something a little different this year - this year I'm doing the Superfoods A to Z.
First off is the letter A which is for Avocado
Avocados are a great source of monosaturated fat (which can improve cholesterol levels, decrease risk of heart disease, and benefit brain function), vitamin E (a powerful antioxident), and vitamin B6 (which promotes healthy skin and serves as a back up fuel).
I love mashing avocado and using it in place of butter or spread or add to salads instead of mayo.
Did you know that half a medium avocado counts as one of your 5-a-day and contains 138 calories and 14.1g fat.
And it makes for great guacamole!
ReplyDeleteGood to hear from you, Baygirl.
I make a avocado salad. I cut up one avocado, add some salt, pepper and salad dressing and that's it!-usually oil and vinegar or Italian dressing. I really like it:)
ReplyDeleteit's a shame that most people just get it for guacamole only
ReplyDeletefor some reason I have never liked the taste of avacodo but I have heard how very good it is for you
ReplyDeleteI have become addicted to them. My fiance' thinks they look like mashed up bugs. lol But I will use them in egg salad, on quesadillas, mix up a quick bit of guac for nachos, use them on salads and in sandwiches. Sometimes I just take the stone out, sprinkle season salt on it and fill the holes with salsa and eat it that way. I try to have at least 3 a week.
ReplyDeleteMashed up bugs? Youse guys are so weird...
DeleteIs there a superfood for x???? And z??? Can't wait to see what you come up with for those weird letters... Happy A to Z, Baygirl!
ReplyDeleteI am a huge fan the Avocado, use it on toast and wraps as a speed and eat them a ton on salads. I even put a half of one in smoothies. YUM!!! Really looking forward to seeing what all super foods you have for each letter of the alphabet... very fun. I am also participating in the challenge so I'll continue to check back in. Good Luck!
ReplyDeleteLovely idea, I also started my challenge :)
ReplyDeleteAvacados are one of my favorite things ever.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried Avocado, but I really need to! I love your theme, I love healthy eating so it should be really interesting :)
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