Where can I learn how to choose an avocado?

All your questions on 'Avocado How-To's' answered. Learn how to choose, how to eat and how to prep & store avocados, so you get the most enjoyment out of such a versatile fruit. Here you’ll find your avocado questions answered and sorted by category or search through our Frequently Asked Questions.

How are Hass Avocados Grown?

The Hass avocado has grown from the rarest of crops to one of the most popular fruits of its kind. Yes, the avocado is a fruit. And the journey of a Hass avocado is a natural wonder that combines careful cultivation, delicate handling and meticulous attention to the ripening process.

How to Bring Your Easter Brunch to the Next Level with Avocados?

How to celebrate Easter or the coming of Spring with a festive spread that’s good for the whole family. A perfect Easter breakfast or brunch is one you can make with relative ease, no matter the size of your party. Including fresh avocado in your menu helps increase fruit and vegetable intake and provides a whole-food source of naturally good fats.

How to Make Avocado Toast?

Mash, slice, or chunk creamy avocado, a traditional favorite, on toast and you have a fresh, versatile option with many benefits the whole family is sure to love.

How to Eat Fresh Avocados?

This easy and refreshing dish allows you to enjoy your avocado in textures varying from smooth to chunky. As one of the most popular ways to enjoy avocados, guacamole recipes come with different flavor profiles to suit just about any taste. It can serve as a great accompaniment to most meals, or as a dip. Looking for the perfect guacamole recipe? Try the Hass Avocado Board official guacamole recipe.

How to Freeze Avocados for Smoothies?

A creative way to store avocados is to freeze the pulp which can then be used in smoothies to add good fats, fiber and a deliciously creamy texture.

How to Preserve Leftover Avocado?

To preserve leftover avocados, this oxidation process can be prevented by adding an acidic agent and limiting the surface area exposed to the air.

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Q: How to Ripen Avocados?

Avocados do not ripen on the tree; they ripen or “soften” after they have been harvested. To speed up the avocado ripening process we recommend placing unripe avocados in a brown paper bag with an apple or banana for two to three days until they are ripe.

Q: How to Store Avocados?

Firm, uncut avocados can be safely stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. They will continue to ripen while in the refrigerator, but at a slower rate. Ripe, uncut avocados can be safely stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. They will also continue to ripen but at a slower pace.