Avocados to use right awayRipe avocados are perfect to use right away.When selecting a ripe avocado, look for an avocado that yields to firm gentle pressure so you know it's ripe and ready-to-eat.Ripe, ready to eat avocados may have a darker color but color can vary so it is best to go by feel as well as color.
Avocados for future mealsIf you want to choose an avocado to use in a future meal, you will want to select one that is slightly underripe.The firmness of the avocado will tell you about its state of ripeness. Make sure you don't poke it with your fingers, but instead hold it in the palm of your hand and squeeze it gently.If the avocado yields under pressure, it's ripe. If it does not, it may need a few more days to ripen, which makes it perfect to use in a future meal once it's ripe.
Overripe avocadosOverripe avocados do not taste great on their own, but there are still some ways to make use of them so none goes to waste.Make a hair maskMake a face maskMake creamy avocado pasta sauceMake a smoothieMake avocado salad dressingThe possibilities of using those overripe avocados are endless, so make sure you think of these before throwing them away!
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Expert Tips for Choosing an Avocado
Tip 1: Ripe avocados will feel lightly soft but it will not feel “mushy” to the touch.
Tip 2: You should never feel dents or a mushy texture inside when picking a good avocado.
Tip 3: If there are patches of brown or dark spots, this is usually an indication that the avocado is over-ripe. Removing the discoloration will still leave you with a tasty avocado to eat.