Avocado Spread

This avocado spread recipe packs a huge flavor punch! It's delicious on toast, tacos, quesadillas and veggie burgers. Plus it's super easy to make and it's suitable for vegans and nut allergy sufferers.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course dips, Sauces

Cuisine American, Mediterranean

Servings servings

Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

1 avocado
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
2 clove garlic minced
1 cup basil
1 lemon zest and juice
⅓ cup olive oil
¼ teaspoon chilli pepper flakes
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Soak the sunflower seeds in a cup of boiled water for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.
Combine all the ingredients except the water in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Notes

❄️Storage Instructions

Avocado spread tends to oxidize and turn brown when exposed to air. To prevent this, follow these steps:

Cover it tightly: Transfer the avocado spread to an airtight container. Make sure the container is just the right size to minimize the amount of air in contact with the spread.

Press plastic wrap: Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the avocado spread before sealing the container. This helps to minimize air exposure, which slows down the oxidation process.

Add lemon or lime juice: Citrus juice, particularly lemon or lime juice, can help slow down browning. Before sealing the container, drizzle some lemon or lime juice over the top of the avocado spread. The acidity of the juice helps to inhibit oxidation.

Keep it refrigerated: Avocado spread should always be stored in the refrigerator. The cold temperature helps to slow down the enzymatic browning process. Place the airtight container in the refrigerator as soon as possible after making the spread.

Use it quickly: While properly stored avocado spread can last for a couple of days in the refrigerator, it's best to use it as soon as possible for the freshest flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 3gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gSodium: 296mgPotassium: 339mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 399IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg

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