25 Healthy Avocado Recipes to Enjoy All Day Long

POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar
POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Don't be turned off by the calorie count; there are many reasons avocados should be a staple in a healthy diet. Fiber-rich and full of anti-inflammatory omega-3s, avocados are a versatile produce pick that can be delicious in breakfast, lunch, dinner, and, yes, even dessert.

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Black Bean, Corn, and Avocado Summer Salad
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Black Bean, Corn, and Avocado Summer Salad

At under 300 calories, one serving of this summery salad offers almost 12 grams of fiber and 10 grams of protein, so after enjoying one crunchy bite after another, you'll feel full, satisfied, and energized.

Get the recipe: Black Bean, Corn, and Avocado Summer Salad

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Baked Egg in Avocado
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Baked Egg in Avocado

For a one-two punch of omega-3s in your breakfast, bake an egg in an avocado. Beyond a high protein count, this low-sugar, fiber-filled breakfast kicks off your day on a healthy high note.

Get the recipe: Baked Egg in Avocado

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Green Goddess Dip and Dressing
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Green Goddess Dip and Dressing

Skip the mayo: avocado makes the most perfect, rich base for a creamy veggie dip (or dressing!).

Get the recipe: Green Goddess Dip and Dressing

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Creamy Avocado Dressing
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Creamy Avocado Dressing

Turn up your salad with this zesty, smooth dressing that is full of healthy fats.

Get the recipe: Creamy Avocado Dressing

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Avocado Chicken Salad
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Avocado Chicken Salad

It only takes four ingredients to make this delicious and healthy chicken salad — so easy!

Get the recipe: Creamy Avocado Dressing

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Avocado Aloe Smoothie
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Avocado Aloe Smoothie

Detox deliciously with this green power smoothie. In addition to nutrient-rich spinach, this drink hydrates with coconut water and aloe vera juice and flushes out toxins with fresh lemon juice. The addition of creamy avocado brings anti-inflammatory omega-3s to the mix.

Get the recipe: Avocado Aloe Smoothie

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Avocado Green Tea Popsicles
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Avocado Green Tea Popsicles

Skip your afternoon cup of coffee, and refresh with a frozen green tea treat. Greek yogurt and ripe avocado lay the base for a creamy, fiber-filled popsicle, while caffeinated Japanese matcha powder provides the kick you need to beat the dreaded afternoon slump.

Get the recipe: Avocado Green Tea Popsicles

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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

Vegan chocolate cupcakes with avocado? Decadence without dairy. Ripe avocados, maple syrup, vanilla, and cocoa powder create an insanely silky frosting.

Get the recipe: Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

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Quinoa-Stuffed Avocado
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Quinoa-Stuffed Avocado

Fill your avocado with this tasty quinoa salad. The protein-rich pseudo grain pairs nicely with avocado's creamy texture.

Get the recipe: Quinoa-Stuffed Avocado

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Clear-Skin Smoothie
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Clear-Skin Smoothie

We all know that avocado is rich in essential oils and vitamins that are great for your skin. Pair that with selenium and zinc from almond butter, and you can sip your way to glowing skin.

Get the recipe: Clear-Skin Smoothie

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Avocado and Egg Breakfast
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Avocado and Egg Breakfast

Simple to prepare, this low-carb breakfast features protein-rich hard-boiled eggs and chunks of avocado. Add your choice of herbs and you're set.

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Salty Sunflower Avocado
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Salty Sunflower Avocado

Craving a salty snack? Skip the oily chips and fill half an avocado with salted sunflower seeds. The creamy texture and slightly sweet flavor of the avocado complement the salty crunch of the sunflower seeds beautifully. This snack is full of healthy fats and is a little over 200 calories, so if you're looking for a lighter bite, enjoy one-third of an avocado instead.

Get the recipe: Salty Sunflower Avocado

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Cabbage and Hemp Seed Salad
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Cabbage and Hemp Seed Salad

For a quick and tasty detoxifying recipe, this crunchy cabbage and hemp salad is for you. Once you're done chopping and dicing a few ingredients, this filling, fiber-rich recipe comes together in a flash.

Get the recipe: Cabbage and Hemp Seed Salad

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Sweet Spinach and Avocado Smoothie
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Sweet Spinach and Avocado Smoothie

Creamy, sweet, and a little tangy, this 300-calorie smoothie will give you tons of iron and omega-3s.

Get the recipe: Sweet Spinach and Avocado Smoothie

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Cucumber-Avocado Caprese Salad
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Cucumber-Avocado Caprese Salad

Made with diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, avocado, and balls of fresh mozzarella and tossed with homemade balsamic vinaigrette, this cucumber-avocado caprese salad makes a refreshing post-workout snack.

Get the recipe: Cucumber-Avocado Caprese Salad

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Veggie and Hummus Sandwich
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Veggie and Hummus Sandwich

Prepare to build the best veggie sandwich ever. Hummus and avocado provide the fiber and protein you need to stay fueled, and layers of tasty veggies offer crunch, flavor, and important nutrients your body needs.

Get the recipe: Veggie and Hummus Sandwich

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Creamy Avocado Pasta
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Creamy Avocado Pasta

For a high-protein pasta, try this creamy avocado pasta recipe; it bumps the dish up to almost 14 grams. It's the perfect way for vegans — or anyone laying off dairy — to enjoy a comforting bowl of pasta.

Get the recipe: Creamy Avocado Pasta

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Cucumber and Avocado Soup
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Cucumber and Avocado Soup

Hydrate and blast belly fat with this low-calorie, anti-inflammatory cucumber and avocado soup. A pinch of cayenne as well as garlic add a bit of spice and a metabolism boost.

Get the recipe: Cucumber and Avocado Soup

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Rainbow Salad in an Avocado
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Rainbow Salad in an Avocado

An edible avocado bowl — we're all in! Stuff your avo with this tomato, red pepper, and radish salad for a satisfying veggie-filled lunch.

Get the recipe: Rainbow Salad in an Avocado

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Greek Yogurt Guacamole
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Greek Yogurt Guacamole

This lightened-up guacamole gets a huge protein boost thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt.

Get the recipe: Greek Yogurt Guacamole

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Smashed Avocado Chickpea Salad
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Smashed Avocado Chickpea Salad

This vegan take on chicken salad is as filling as it is delicious, and it's chock-full of healthy fats. Plus the recipe only takes 10 minutes to make.

Get the recipe: Smashed Avocado Chickpea Salad

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Sweet Potato Burgers With Creamy Avocado Sauce
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Sweet Potato Burgers With Creamy Avocado Sauce

Bake up a batch of hearty, vegetarian-friendly burgers made with sweet potatoes, black beans, millet, and corn. Dollop on fresh avocado cream sauce to tie everything together deliciously with a dose of healthy fat.

Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Burgers With Creamy Avocado Sauce

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Creamy Cottage Cheese Avocado
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Creamy Cottage Cheese Avocado

For an easy snack that's packed with fiber and protein, make this creamy cottage cheese avocado. Slice an avocado in half, remove the pit, and fill the hole with low-fat cottage cheese. This snack is a little over 200 calories, so if you're looking for a smaller snack, use one-third of an avocado instead.

Get the recipe: Creamy Cottage Cheese Avocado

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Pumpkin Apple Muffins
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Pumpkin Apple Muffins

Replace butter in these pumpkin apple muffins with avocado, and it not only makes for a deliciously moist and spongy texture, but the avocado also adds fiber and healthy fats. Not a fan of pumpkin? Try these banana oatmeal crumb muffins.

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Apple Muffins

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Avocado Tartine

In need of an incredibly quick breakfast? Nothing beats avocado toast! This vegetarian breakfast comes together in under five minutes, and it has a great blend of protein and carbs to hit the spot.

Get the recipe: Avocado Tartine