Avocados should be in constant rotation, no matter what the meal. Why? While avocados contain a high amount of fat, it's the healthy monounsaturated kind (which may help you lose belly fat), and they also are high in digestion-relieving fiber. Not only that, but creamy avocado makes an excellent substitute for dairy in many dishes — perfect for your next vegan meal. Check out these 10 deliciously creamy vegan avocado recipes below.
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Red Quinoa and Avocado Salad
This quinoa and avocado salad [2]'s got a little bit of everything, from dried fruits to nuts (not to mention the nutty flavor of red quinoa) for a colorful and nutritionally complex quinoa salad!
Avocado-Pear Smoothie
A creamy detox aloe and avocado smoothie [3] is a cool and refreshing way to start your morning. The healthy fats from the avocado and will keep you full, while the aloe vera juice and coconut water will help you stay hydrated.
Creamy Pasta Sauce
Sauce made from avocados gives your pasta a flavor reminiscent of those dairy-based options like alfredo. This recipe [4] from Oh She Glows blends garlic, lemon, pepper, and olive oil to give your standard pasta dinner a kick!
Vegan Avocado Ice Cream
Got soy yogurt, an avocado, and just a few other ingredients? You can whip up this dairy-free avocado frozen yogurt [5] that's made for warm weather.
Vegan Sushi
Once you master the form, making nontraditional sushi is a cinch. Marinated tofu and avocado make a delicious combination, or try any of the vegan options from this list [6] of delicious sushi fillers recommended from foodie (and sometimes vegan) Mark Bittman.
Avocado Toast
Why top toast with butter — and all the saturated fat that comes with it — when you can cut up fresh avocado instead? Go for a simple avocado toast [7] preparation or use these creative avocado toast recipe ideas [8] to inspire you.
Strawberry "Crab" Stuffed Avocado
This recipe [9] uses avocado and strawberry to blend with a mix of imitation veggie crab and vegan mayo for a light and nutritious lunch.
Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
Decadence doesn't always have to mean dairy. This recipe for delicious-looking vegan chocolate cupcakes [10] uses avocado for a silky frosting and almond milk for the batter.
Cabbage Avocado Slaw
Nix the mayo, and mix slaw with creamy avocado. Instead of making a dressing, just cube the avocado and toss together with cabbage and other vegetables, as well as a bit of lime juice, in order to get just the right creamy texture throughout this cabbage detox slaw [11].
Chocolate Pudding
Sneak some more healthy avocado into your dessert with this easy vegan chocolate pudding [12]. The recipe only uses raw ingredients so you can whip it up fast, and creamy avocado gives it just the right texture to satisfy healthfully.