20 Healthy Avocado Recipes

When avocado season hits, you can never have enough healthy avocado recipes on hand to take advantage of the creamy fruit. Appetizers, entrees and more!

Healthy avocado recipes get a lot of play in my house. As much as we love a bowl of guacamole for dipping, avocados also star in everything from avocado toast to tostadas to shrimp salads.

When I walk in the door after my morning walk each day, I can barely think of anything but my soon-to-be-wolfed-down fried eggs and avocado, doused in hot sauce.

Every single morning. And I wouldn't change it for a thousand bucks. A million, maybe. I could buy an avocado grove with a million!

In the meantime, I'm content to dream up as many healthy avocado recipes as my brain can handle. They're one of the only ingredients I can think of that actually works in appetizers, entrees, side dishes, soups, salads and even desserts (subbing in for other fats).

Below are 20 of my favorite healthy avocado recipes. I divided the recipes into four sections. Click on the category below to skip directly to those recipes.

• Avocado Appetizers
• Avocado Breakfast Recipes
• Avocado Entrees
• Avocado Side Dish Recipes
• Avocado Dessert Recipes

How to ripen avocados:

Did you know that avocados don't start ripening until they have been removed from the tree? That was a fun fact that I learned when I visited an avocado grove several years ago.

There are a couple of ways to speed up the ripening process. First, place the avocado on a sunny windowsill rather than in the fridge or on the counter.

The second option, which we use often, is to place the avocado in a brown paper bag with a banana or apple. Both of those fruits release a gas called ethylene that help the avocado to ripen faster.

How to peel an avocado:

I won't go into too much detail here because I've written an entire post on how to prepare an avocado, which includes tips and photos for peeling and cutting the creamy fruit.

Healthy Avocado Recipes:

If you make any of these recipes, I'd love to see them on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find your photos.

Avocado Appetizers

Mini Avocado & Hummus Quesadilla Recipe {Healthy Snack}

This mini quesadilla recipe will make snack time fun (and healthy!) Stuffed with hummus and avocado, they're a breeze to make!

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Roasted Tomato Crostini with Avocado

Roasted tomato crostini are fantastic on their own, but even better with added smashed avocado and basil. The best summer appetizer!

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Halloween Deviled Eggs Recipe

These Halloween deviled eggs are made with avocado instead of mayo. They are fantastic snacks or appetizers any old time.

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Greek Avocado & Feta Cucumber Cups Recipe

These easy superfood snacks or appetizers come together in minutes. What's not to love about avocado with cucumber?!

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Kicked-Up Avocado Margarita Recipe for Cinco de Mayo

This creamy, but light tasting margarita makes a fantastic addition to a Cinco de Mayo (or any) party. Rim the glass with a kick-up chili sea salt.

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Avocado Breakfast Recipes

Avocado Toast with Egg & Tomato

Every single morning! Packed with protein, fiber and healthy fat, avocado toast with egg and tomato is an easy and satisfying way to kick off the day! 349 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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Quinoa Avocado Breakfast Bowl Recipe

Quinoa Avocado Breakfast Bowl…A vegetarian breakfast bowl full of healthy fats and protein!

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Egg & Avocado Breakfast Quesadilla

Kick off your day with an Egg and Avocado Breakfast Quesadilla. High in protein and filled with flavor!

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Sweet Potato Hash Recipe with Creamy California Avocado Sauce

This sweet potato hash pops with color and flavor, thanks to a creamy avocado sauce.

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Poached Eggs Over Avocado & Smoked Salmon

This salad is spectacularly delicious! A perfectly poached eggs pairs with smoked salmon, avocado and greens. Serve for brunch, lunch or dinner.

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Avocado Entrées

Salmon Tostadas Recipe with Guacamole

Another 20 minute meal! My family LOVED these Salmon Tostadas with Guacamole, and they couldn't be easier to make. 255 calories and 5 Weight Watchers SP

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Seared Shrimp Salad with Jicama, Strawberries & Avocado

This healthy dinner salad will leave your family begging for more. Succulent shrimp, crunchy jicama, sweet strawberries and creamy avocado. What's not to love?!

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Grilled Thai Vegetable Tacos Recipe

Grilled vegetable tacos (vegan and gluten free) are completely irresistible and satisfying when tossed in a light peanut sauce and topped with avocado slices. 238 calories and 6 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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10-Minute Thai Shrimp, Cucumber & Avocado Salad Recipe

This 10-minute Thai Shrimp, Cucumber and Avocado Salad is a fantastic light lunch option. Just a few ingredients, but tons of flavor!

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Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa

15-minute dinner recipe! This amazing Roasted Salmon with Avocado Salsa recipe is fantastic for entertaining or an easy weeknight meal. 345 calories and 3 Weight Watchers  

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Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps with Avocado Sauce

Dollop some creamy avocado sauce on top of these Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps and serve them up as appetizers or entrees. Easy and delicious! 113 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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Avocado Curry Rice Noodles with Shrimp

Avocado Curry Rice Noodles with Shrimp…Creamy, a little spicy and so tasty!

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Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Seriously, these baked salmon meatballs may be some of the best things you’ve eaten in awhile. They’re made even better with a dollop of creamy avocado sauce on top. 295 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SP

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Indian Spiced Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa

Talk about flavor! These Indian Spiced Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa have it in spades. Plus, they're healthy and take just over 20 minutes to make! 252 calories and 6 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

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Salmon Poke Bowl

This salmon poke bowl is surprisingly easy to make at home. Make it your own by adding rice, swapping in different vegetables or adding some mango or pineapple chunks.

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Avocado Side Dishes

Quinoa, Blueberry & Avocado Salad Recipe

This Quinoa, Blueberry & Avocado Salad is perfect for potlucks! 121 calories and 3 Weight Watchers SmartPoints

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Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad with Grilled Halloumi

Chances are you won't be able to eat just one serving of this easy Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad. The grilled halloumi cheese on top makes it utterly crave-worthy.

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Superfood Salad with Miso Dressing

There's so much goodness in this superfood salad. Kale, avocado, cabbage, rice and more, all tossed with a miso dressing. Delicious!

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Light Avocado Green Goddess Dressing Recipe

Light Avocado Green Goddess Dressing…A mayo-free version of a classic dressing, with creamy avocado!

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Avocado Dessert Recipes

Chocolate Chunk Avocado Ice Cream Recipe

Who knew that this chocolate avocado ice cream could be so creamy without a drop of regular milk or cream? No granulated sugar, either.

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This post was first published on March 24, 2017 and updated on May 9, 2020.

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