Vanilla Avocado Cupcakes
These tasty vanilla flavor cupcakes use Fresh California Avocado instead of butter or shortening, resulting in…
California
Avocados
Did you know California Avocados are
in season from spring through summer?
Fresh Recipes
SUPER TASTY. SUPER VERSATILE.
SUPER FOOD.
It's true! California Avocados are part of a healthy diet.
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Nutrient dense foods are those that provide substantial amounts of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients with relatively few calories. One-Third of a medium avocado (50 g) has 80 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals, making it a great nutrient dense food choice.
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California Avocados are naturally sodium and cholesterol free.
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The avocado is virtually the only fruit that contains monounsaturated fat —good fat.
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Avocados can act as a “nutrient booster” by helping increase the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients like Vitamins A, D, K and E.
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The avocado's creamy consistency makes it makes it one of the first fresh foods a baby can enjoy.