Sure, avocado on toast is the breakfast of champions. But there are many fun, unique and tasty ways to use and enjoy Australian Avocados.
WATCH: Avocado, prawn and sausage jambalaya
Due to bumper crops keeping prices low, Aussies have been treated to an abundant supply of the delicious green fruit as growers call on the nation to buy up big now.
From crowd-pleasing classics like prawn cocktails to fresh green salads, BHG have you covered for your next dinner party. We’ve even thrown in desserts that incorporate avocadoes in the mix. Yipee!
With National Avocado Day approaching on 31st July, here are the 12 best avo recipes you need to try.
1. Corn fritters with hand‑cut ham and avocado
This is the new big breakfast! To make it even bigger, add a poached egg or two. Click here for the recipe.
2. Prawn cocktail
Classics never fade, but there’s nothing wrong with adding a crispy chorizo twist on top! Click here for the recipe.
3. Mango, avocado and macadamia salad
Mangoes and avos are always a winning combination! Whether you like Kensington pride mangoes or Calypso ones, both work great in this salad. Click here for the recipe.
4. Chocolate, zucchini and spinach cake with avocado chocolate frosting
Vegetables in a cake? Yes you heard right. This chocolate treat is made with zucchini and spinach leaves, then finished off with an avo frosting. Click here for the recipe.
5. Smoked salmon and avocado roulade
Whip this up in just 10 minutes, whack it in the fridge to chill and you’ll have set-to-impress appetisers for 12 guests ready in no time! Click here for the recipe.
6. Avocado, prawn and sausage jambalaya
Ed’s breaking the avocado out of its toast prison and into a delicious jambalaya. Along with some meats and a colourful array of vegetables, this stew-like dish will be a hit in these cold winter months. Click here for the recipe.
7. Herb fish cakes with avocado salsa
Instead of taking the easy way out and heading to your local take-away place for fish and chips, make this easy herb fish cake recipe at home for a gourmet take on seafood. Click here for the recipe.
8. Prawn, avocado and sesame bites
No celebration is complete without a generous spread of delicious morsels to graze on, and these bite-sized delights are just what you need. Click here for the recipe.
9. Breakfast pizza
Swap tomato paste with beetroot relish to pair perfectly with salty ham, gooey egg, cubed avocado and fresh herbs. Click here for the recipe.
10. The new green salad
Want a refreshing take on greens? Use the Greek-inspired flavours of zesty lemon and fragrant fresh mint. Click here for the recipe.
11. Chocolate-avocado mousse with hazelnuts and pomegranate
Avocado gives the mousse a creaminess that’s even better than a traditional recipe. Topped with pomegranate and hazelnuts, it’s the ultimate guilt-free treat. Click here for the recipe.
12. Guacamole
Cheap and cheerful, guacamole is a gluten-free zone and a handy weeknight quickie. Here’s a step-by-step guide to a Taco Tuesday staple. Click here for the recipe.
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