Attention Avocado Addicts!

Did you know the so-called stone fruit with creamy texture and buttery consistency has real powerful health benefits? Apart from having a delicious and rich, nutty taste, it possesses great amounts of healthy fats, fiber and protein — ideal to give your meals a nutritional boost.

Avocados have multiple benefits! They lower cholesterol levels, are good for heart health, improve digestion, and help reduce appetite.

But that's not all!

This superfood contains more potassium than bananas, which supports healthy blood pressure levels and is packed with high amounts of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Now … are you ready to try 5 easy and delicious recipes to add to your diet? Check them out!

Caprese Stuffed Avocado

Let's get creative! Cut 2 avocados in half and scoop them out. Then toss cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar and olive oil into a bowl. Divide the salad among the 4 halves, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with basil.

Avocado Hummus

Hummus is an excellent source of protein and fiber, and what better than to add some avocado to your classic mixture! Here's what you´ll need to get this dish on the go!

• 1 can chickpeas, well-drained
• 2 medium ripe avocados , cored and peeled
• 3 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. tahini
• 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 1 clove garlic , peeled
• Salt and freshly-ground black pepper
• 1 clove garlic , peeled
• 1/8 Tsp. cumin
• Red pepper flakes, for topping

Pulse ingredients in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Then serve topped with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

Crispy-Baked Avocado Fries

Crispy on the outside and buttery soft on the inside, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F for this dish. Slice up some avocado, dredge it in flour, dip it in egg and coat in panko breadcrumbs. Bake for 15 minutes, serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Green Avo Smoothie

This one is Coach Anjelica’s favorite! It’s a quick and easy recipe to start off your day, and it’s filled with energy!

You´ll need 1 avocado, 1 medium frozen banana, 1 cup baby kale, 1 ½ cups almond milk, and a scoop of Rawthentic Nutrition´s vegan protein powder.

Blend until smooth and take it wherever you go!

Avo Protein Toast

Last but not least, the one and only avocado toast. Spread some avocado onto well-toasted bread, add an egg on it for extra protein, sprinkle with pepper flakes and serve!