Chocolate Avocado Mousse Recipe

Famed for their delicious taste and creamy texture, most people don't realize just how beneficial avocados can be for helping you achieve that summer beach body. In fact, avocados are among the most nutrient-dense fruits, providing an excellent source of vitamin E, B vitamins, fiber and potassium. Bananas are often praised for having a high potassium content, but one avocado actually contains three times more potassium than two bananas! For an excellent electrolyte replacement, enjoy an avocado sprinkled with sea salt.

Fat Facts

Rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, avocados can help you burn fat, while increasing your absorption of fat-soluble nutrients, like vitamins A, D, E and K, and give you long-lasting energy to sustain you throughout your day.

Don't let the calories or high fat content scare you. Eat for nutrients and satiation. Your body and brain will perform at their best when well-nourished.

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An excellent addition to any meal, this amazing fruit adds beautiful color, rich flavor and creamy texture. In addition, avocados are a great replacement for dairy products such as cheese, cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise.

12 Edible Examples of Avocado

1. Avocado sprinkled with sea salt
2. Avocado omelet with tomatoes and scallions
3. Deviled avocado eggs sprinkled with paprika
4. Lean Greenie Smoothie
5. Smoked salmon with spinach, avocado and red pepper
6. Turkey sandwich with avocado, tomato, bacon and alfalfa sprouts
7. Chicken salad with arugula, avocado and orange/grapefruit
8. Steak salad with avocado, black beans, onion and lime vinaigrette
9. Shrimp fajitas with guacamole, peppers and jalapenos
10. Pulled pork tacos with peach salsa and guacamole
11. Bison burger with sliced onion, tomato and avocado
12. Chocolate avocado mousse (recipe below)

Haas or Fuerte?

Although there are many different varieties of avocados, there are two types to distinguish which are best for a recipe.

The Haas small black avocados with pebbly skins provide ultra creamy texture, making them best in guacamole, smoothies and salad dressings. The Fuerte large green avocados with smooth skin retain shape well, making them best sliced or diced in salads or omelets.

Picking The Perfect Avocado

To test for ripeness, flick the stem off the top of the avocado. The fruit is ripe if the stem comes off easily and you can see green underneath. Discard the avocado if the stem does not come off easily or if you see brown underneath.

Fresh Chunky Guacamole Recipe

The key to mouthwatering guacamole is to keep it simple with a few high quality ingredients. This simple recipe is delicious served as a dip for organic corn tortilla chips or raw veggies such as sliced bell peppers or baby carrots. Add a spoonful to an omelet, salad or sandwich for a tasty treat.

Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 2 ripe Haas avocados
• 1 tablespoon red onion, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 jalapeño chile, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
• To taste fine sea salt
• 1 lime, juiced

Instructions

• Halve the avocados, remove the pits and scoop the flesh into a medium-size bowl. Use a fork to lightly mash the avocados with the other ingredients.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving.

Chocolate Avocado Mousse Recipe

Got a sweet tooth? Grab an avocado! This low-sugar, high-fat treat is perfect for curbing carb cravings, stabilizing blood sugar levels and boosting fat-burning.

Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1 ripe Haas avocado
• 1 cup plain yogurt/kefir with 1 tablespoon chia seeds (soaked for 2 hours to thicken)
• 1 tablespoon cacao powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract/powder
• to taste, stevia
• 3 ice cubes
• Optional topping: 1 tablespoon cacao nibs

Instructions

• Add ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor and blend/process until smooth.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving. Top with cacao nibs for a crunchy treat!