Gaucamole Ole'

Ole' is a spanish word used to applaud or cheer for something; so this week we are cheering for Avocados.  This bumpy, green-skinned, wonder fruit has roughly 20 vitamins and minerals per serving.  Not only that, it is loaded with Vitamin E and HEALTHY FAT! 

Story Time:
On a dark and stormy night. . . . I wandered into the kitchen, turned the lights on, and I saw two avocados sleeping on the counter.  They were perfect, not too squishy, not too firm.  Just as I was about to pry them open, Mom saved the day.  She got a knife, cut around it lengthwise, and twisted the two halves apart.  Then, it was like magic, she put the knife right in the middle of the gigantic seed and turned it just slightly.  Out came the pit.  She amazes me sometimes.  


Then it was my turn.  I scooped out the beautiful green insides and placed them in a bowl. (If there were any brown mushy spots I threw away those parts. Only the best for this avocado celebration).  

• I mashed the avocado with a fork to show it who was boss.  Then it was time to dress it up.  
• I diced (cut up into small pieces) a few tomatoes and tossed them in,  
• I sprinkled a little salt (just a bit, you can always add more) and pepper,  
• I added the juice of one lime (or lemon),
• Then I did the monster mash.  Next time I might add cilantro, red or white onions, black beans, or even jalapeños!

Before I knew it I had created a green machine of Vitamin E, Healthy Fats, and anti-oxidants.  Healthy never tasted so good. 

I put it on the table with a bag of tortilla chips for my family and I to enjoy. 

"Now who's your hero?" I was tempted to ask, but I already knew!

Avocado Ice Cream next up on my list!!!