Avocado is an exotic berry that grows in subtropical regions on evergreens of the genus Perseus, in another way it is called the American Perseus. Oily consistency and taste characteristics allow using it in the preparation of various dishes: pasta, salads, sandwiches, various snacks. Let's consider how to use the fruits of the American Perseus correctly in order to preserve the maximum useful properties of this type of berries.
Avocado fruits contain a large amount of minerals, vitamins, essential fatty acids, beneficial micro and macro elements. In addition, antioxidants are found in the pulp of the fruit, which remove toxins and toxins, and have a beneficial effect on the work of all internal organs. American Perseus is very nutritious and high in calories: 100 g contains 200 kcal. For this reason, avocado is listed in the Red Book - as the most nutritious berry on the planet. Most often, avocado is called a fruit or vegetable, but this is not correct, avocado is a variety of berries.
How to eat an avocado
Before enjoying the delicious pulp of an avocado, you need to carefully peel the fruit and remove the pit. To do this, you need to cut the avocado around the perimeter, remove the peel with your hands, slightly picking it up with a knife, then divide the halves and remove the bone from the middle. You cannot eat the peel and bone of an avocado, as they contain harmful substances that poison the body.
To get the most out of the fruits of the American Persea, you must follow a few rules for their use:
1) Eat only ripe fruits.
To determine maturity when buying, you need to slightly press on the peel, there should be a dent, which will indicate that the fruit is soft, which means it is ripe. The color of the avocado should be dark green.
2) Avoid eating overripe avocados.
If the fruit is overripe, as indicated by dark spots on the peel, you should not use it as food, since such an avocado will not only not be beneficial, but may even harm your health.
3) You should always store the peeled avocado in the refrigerator so that the pulp is not aerated and the most important beneficial properties are not lost.
Delicious and simple avocado recipe
Avocado, due to its pleasant buttery consistency and the taste of pine nuts, can be eaten both raw and in the form of various dishes. One of the most delicious avocado recipes is pasta or pate. The recipe is quick and easy. To prepare the pasta, knead the fruits with a fork, add herbs, pepper, salt, lemon juice and olive oil, then stir thoroughly. Done!
This paste can be spread on toast, put in tartlets, or wrapped in pita bread. The dish is suitable for breakfast, for a buffet table and even for a festive table. Avocado goes well with shrimp, red fish, cheese, bacon, fresh vegetables.
There are many different recipes for avocado, everyone can choose the cooking method to their liking. But it must be remembered that despite the enormous benefits, due to the high calorie content, one should not abuse the amount eaten. Only one whole fruit is allowed per day, and people prone to overweight are allowed to eat only half an avocado without harm to health.
