Q&A for How to Eat an Avocado

Yes, they can.

Gently squeeze the avocado in the palm of your hand or with your fingers. It should be slightly soft, but not mushy. If it is hard/firm, it is not ripe - but it will ripen within a few days if you leave it out on a counter. To slow the ripening process, keep it in the refrigerator.

You can, but the texture will taste horrible in your mouth. You may also get a tummy ache, but you won't get sick or die.

You can plant it in a pot and it will grow into a house plant. Keep it watered and give it good sunlight.

Yes. As long as it is green, it is safe to eat. Once brown, it is no longer good.

With your hands or a brush, cover all of the exposed flesh with lemon or lime juice. Place avocado and a few more drops of juice into a freezer bag and store in a refrigerator. Make sure that it is sealed.

You can, but it probably won't taste good and you might feel nauseous or dislike it intensely. It is therefore not recommended.

No, they don't. There is definitely taste variation between different varieties of avocado. Not only does the variety determine the taste but it is also affected by the season and how ripe the avocado is. It's advisable to taste test avocados when they're in season and fully ripe, so that you can get to know which ones you prefer the most. For example, many people consider Hass avocados to be best in summer and fall seasons and Fuerte in spring, because this is their proper season of availability.

There is not yet enough research on the safety of consuming avocado seeds, so it's best not to do it.

You need to cut or peel it first.

Yes, of course. However you wish to cut the avocado is fine.

No.

Yes! Guacamole is one of the most popular dips made with avocado.

It's very nutritious, high in vitamins, contains potassium, is loaded with heart-healthy acids, has lots of fiber and powerful antioxidants that can protect your eyes, and many other health benefits!

Try sealing it in a paper bag with a piece of fruit (like a banana or apple) or wrapping it in tin foil and baking it in a 200 °F (93 °C) oven for 5-minute intervals.

Yes. If the flesh of an avocado is completely brown it is rotten and too ripe to eat.

Certainly! We recommend mashing it up and mixing it into warm rice with some salt and pepper. Alternatively, you can dice it and use it to top a brown rice bowl with other veggies and proteins.

You can purchase avocados at most well-stocked grocery stores. Depending on where you live, you may also be able to find avocados at your local farmer's market.

Yes, but I would not reccomend feeding it to any child 3 and under. Other than that, it should be completely fine for anyone to eat them, unless they are allergic to them or dislike them.

Not really. Most avocado skins will taste really bitter, making it unpleasant to consume. Although it isn't dangerous to eat, it certainly isn't the tastiest.