Avocado Spread
This smooth and creamy avocado spread is gorgeous as a dip, piled high on toast, or even eaten by the spoonful. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this is a fresh recipe that you can whip up in minutes!
Servings: 4
Calories: 226kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice - to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove - minced if you are using a fork to mash
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt - more to taste
- black pepper - or chili flakes for some heat
- fresh herbs - for toppings
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
- Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh into a bowl.
- Place all the ingredients in a food processor: avocado, lemon juice, salt, olive oil and black pepper.
- Pulse until you reach the desired consistency. Some people like it chunky, while others prefer it smooth. You can also use a fork to mash the avocado until it reaches your desired consistency (note 1).
- Give the spread a taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. You may want to add more lemon juice or salt.
- Use the avocado spread immediately or store it in an airtight container in the fridge (see notes below).
Notes
Note 1 - Use a fork: If you don’t have a food processor or are too lazy to use it, you can simply use a fork to mash the avocado. Then, add the other ingredients and give it a good stir to blend all the flavors.
How to store: Avocado spread tends to brown quickly due to oxidation.
To store it:
- Option 1: Add a few drops of lemon juice on the top layer and press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the spread, making sure there are no air bubbles.
- Option 2: Instead of plastic wrap, pour a thin layer of olive oil over the top.
Nutrition
Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 22g | Sugar: 1g