I was a guest on a TV show years ago and watched a chef whip up this special holiday version of one of my favorites! Since then, I’ve changed it up to suit my own tastes. Your mouth will LOVE this but so will your body. Listen to the amazing benifits of eating avocados!
Vitamin E Powerhouse
Avocados are the best fruit source of vitamin E, an essential vitamin that protects against many diseases and helps maintains overall health.
Lower Cholesterol
Avocados are high in beta-sitosterol, a compound that has been shown to lower cholesterol levels. In one study, 45 volunteers experienced an average drop in cholesterol of 17% after eating avocados for only one week.
Heart Health
One cup of avocado has 23% of the recommended daily value of folate. Studies show that people who eat diets rich in folate have a much lower incidence of heart disease than those who don't. The vitamin E, monounsaturated fats, and glutathione in avocado are also great for your heart.
Stroke Prevention
The high levels of folate in avocado are also protective against strokes. People who eat diets rich in folate have a much lower risk of stroke than those who don't.
Enjoy!!!
Recipe
3 ripe Hass avocados, seeded, peeled, and coarsely mashed
½ cup canned salsa verde (green salsa)
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley leaves
1 fresh jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon coarse garlic salt
Juice from one large lime
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries (such as Craisins) or dried cherries, soaked in water for ten minutes, drained, and squeezed dry
Coarsely mash avocados and fold in remaining ingredients. Guacamole is best made as close to serving as possible. For short-term storage, seal in an airtight container with a piece of plastic wrap pressed against the surface of the guacamole. Serve with tortilla chips—red and green if available. Makes about 12 average servings—or 6 for me. (I love guacamole!)
From The Christmas Kitchen by Tammy Maltby and Anne Christian Buchanan
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