Nutritional Value
Avocados are second only to olives among fruits in oil content. However, the oil in avocados is known for being high in monounsaturated fatty acids, which are considered relatively healthy and may help to reduce blood cholesterol levels. Avocados are also a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K and folate. When served with other fruits and vegetables, avocados have the ability to act as a nutrient absorption booster as they enable the body to absorb more fat-soluble nutrients.
Useful Bacon Avocado Knowledge
- Bacon avocados are exceptionally easy to peel and have a light
- creamy flavor that compliments almost any dish
- The high fat content of avocados combines particularly well with acidic fruit and vegetables, such as citrus and tomatoes.
- The avocado is most commonly eaten raw, as the tannins in the fruit can result in a bitter flavor after prolonged cooking or exposure to direct heat. Enjoy avocados as a dip, sliced into a sandwich, or simply sprinkled with a little salt or even sugar
- Store avocados at room temperature in a brown paper bag in cool, dark dry place until fully ripe
- For slow ripening, immediately store avocados in the refrigerator, as they will not continue to ripen when they are refrigerated or left on the tree!
- Whole, ripe avocados will keep for two to three days in the refrigerator
- Cut avocados will keep for a day or two apply lemon juice to preserve green freshness of avocado or it will turn gray/;brown
- Avocado flesh darkens when exposed to air, so if you make guacamole, to prevent discoloration- put in plastic wrap before refrigerating.