This avocado spread recipe uses soft avocados and freshly pressed garlic. Not only does it take a few minutes to make, but it’s the BOMB for your morning toast!

Why Are Avocados (& Avocado Spread) So Great?

You’ve probably heard avocados are really good for you — but why is that? Not only do they taste really good, but they also have a load of nutritional benefits. With a long list of great health benefits, avocados make the perfect option for a meal or snack anytime.

For those of you who love to know nutritional facts, avocados actually have more potassium than one banana (which helps support healthy blood pressure levels). Plus, there are loads of heart healthy fatty acids that may help with inflammation. Avocados also have a notable amount of fiber, making anything with avocados a snack that fills you up and keeps you full for hours. Lastly, avocados are full of antioxidants that may assist in eye health and lower your risk for cataracts. Are you sold yet?

How To Prepare Avocado Spread

This creamy avocado spread takes only five minutes to make — yes, you heard that right! Instead of going out, make this fast, healthy, and cheap spread for your next snack or meal.

  • Prep the three ingredients: All you need is two ripe avocados, a couple cloves of garlic, and a pinch of salt.
  • Peel the avocados: Peel the avocados by cutting the fruit in half, spooning out the pit, then removing the skin.
  • Mash the avocados: Using a potato masher, mash the avocado flesh until it reaches a puree consistency.
  • Season & serve: Press the garlic cloves into the avocado mixture with a garlic press and add salt as needed. Stir until well combined. Serve right away or store.

Hot tip: To achieve a more creamy texture, blend the spread with an immersion blender or food processor until you’ve reached your desired consistency.

Seasoning Variations

Are you looking for a way to level up your avocado spread? Take your pick at any of these ways to season your avocado spread. Try one at a time or mix and match with your favorite flavors!

  • Spices: Add more flavor to the avocado with a sprinkle of garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, chili flakes, onion powder, everything bagel seasoning, or any other spices in your spice drawer.
  • Herbs: If you like fresh herby flavors, add in ½-1 tablespoon of finely minced parsley, dill, or cilantro.
  • Citrus juice: For a tangy, slightly sour flavor, add in a splash of lemon or lime juice.
  • Tahini: Although a less frequently used addition, add in a few tablespoons of tahini to make the spread even creamier.

Avocado Spread Tips & Tricks

Even though avocados are extremely delicious, they can be a bit finicky to deal with. They must be the correct ripeness, prepped just right, and stored in a certain way. Here are a few tips and tricks to eliminate any challenges in making this spread.

  • Use a ripe avocado: For the best spread, you’ll need a ripe avocado. Anything too hard won’t spread easily, and if it’s too ripe (and brown), it’s going bad. When at the store, pick the avocado that is soft to the touch when squeezed, but does not have bruises or indents.
  • Mash the avocado with a masher: The best (and easiest) way to mash an avocado is with either a fork or a potato masher. Fork-mashing tends to produce a chunkier mixture, similar to guacamole. On the other hand, a potato masher produces a smoother, creamier consistency, which is best for this avocado spread.

Ways To Serve

Avocado spread and toast go hand-in-hand. Toast up a slice of classic white miche or sourdough sandwich bread and layer on this spread with a side of eggs, cheese, and bacon for extra protein! Check out this recipe for ways to level up your avocado toast game — such as with an herby avocado toast, tomato and onion toast topped with sea salt, or smoked salmon toast. Any of these make for a delicious and healthy breakfast, lunch, or snack!

This spread is also delicious when served as a dip, similar to guacamole. Serve it in a bowl alongside your favorite potato chips, tortilla chips, or as part of a crudités platter with fresh veggies. Talk about a crowd-pleasing appetizer spread!

Another great way to get creative with this recipe is to make the spread into a topping or sandwich spread for your sandwich or burger. Add it to a club sandwich or tuna sandwich for an extra oomph! The spread takes your boring old lunch sandwich into a fun lunch special in minutes!

Storage

Avocado spread is best enjoyed fresh since avocados have a tendency to brown quickly. Luckily, here are a few methods will help prolong the life of your leftover spread.

  • Water method: Place the spread into an airtight container and flatten the top of it to be as level as possible. Add about ½ inch of water to the top, making sure all of the spread is covered by water. Cover with a lid, then refrigerate for 3-4 days. To serve, pour out the water, mix, then serve.
  • Plastic wrap method: In this method, place plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the spread and push out any air bubbles that may be under the plastic wrap. Keep the spread in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
  • Lemon juice/lime juice method: If you don’t mind a slight sour addition to your spread, add a splash of fresh lemon juice or lime juice into the spread, as well as on top of the spread when storing. Follow the same process as the water method and store for 3-4 days in the fridge.

FAQ

Are avocado spread and guacamole the same thing?

Avocado spread and guacamole are similar spreads/dips, however they usually contain slightly different ingredients. Avocado spread may include a large variety of ingredients, whereas guacamole is most often made with lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and salt.

Is avocado spread better than mayo and butter?

Avocado spread is generally considered to be a healthier spread compared to mayo or butter because it has less cholesterol, more vitamins, and more healthy fats. Mayonnaise and butter typically do not have much nutrition, however, this does not mean they cannot be consumed at a healthy limit.

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Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.