Creamy Avocado Spread
Elevate your appetizers and snacks with this irresistibly Creamy Avocado Spread—a vibrant, nutrient-packed recipe that’s bursting with fresh flavors and velvety texture. Made with ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, and a touch of extra virgin olive oil, this spread is balanced perfectly with hints of garlic powder, cilantro, and a pinch of heat from red pepper flakes. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect dip for tortilla chips, a tasty topping for toast, or a creamy condiment for your favorite sandwiches. With keywords like "avocado spread recipe," "easy avocado dip," and "healthy avocado snacks," this recipe is both a crowd-pleaser and a versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe avocados
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the lime juice immediately to the avocado to prevent browning and to enhance flavor.
Using a fork or potato masher, mash the avocado until it reaches your desired consistency. For a smoother spread, mash until there are no large chunks remaining.
Drizzle the olive oil over the mashed avocado to add creaminess and richness.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, and fold them gently into the mixture until well incorporated.
Stir in the chopped cilantro, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the spread.
Add the red pepper flakes for a hint of heat. Adjust the amount according to your taste preference.
Once combined, taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary with more lime juice, salt, or pepper.
Transfer the avocado spread into a serving dish and cover tightly with plastic wrap by pressing it directly onto the surface to minimize exposure to air.
Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips, spread on toast, or as a condiment for sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1000 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1999 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
