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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa022.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/","crawl_time":1775962529,"first_indexed_time":1734266493,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,simplegreensmoothies!\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/ s443","src_root_hash":"7734297084200002822","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Cut an Avocado (The Easy Way)","meta_descriptions":["Learn how to cut an avocado in under a minute with this simple video. All you need is a ripe avocado, a knife and a cutting board."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"This post contains affiliate links.\nLet’s take the guesswork out of this popular food and learn\nhow to cut an avocado\nwithout stress. You know you want every bit of that gorgeous fruit inside, so I’m teaching you\nhow to peel and slice up avocados.\nFor the love of avocados! This fruit does it all- creams up a smoothie like no other, seamlessly replaces dairy as the cream factor in many of my fav recipes, helps my brain stay alert as well as keeps my skin smooth, the list goes on and on. Yet, how do I open the dang thing?! I made a super quick + simple video showing you how to cut an avocado, so you too can enjoy this incredible fruit.\nTable of Contents\nSimple Way to Cut an Avocado\nAvocado Cutting Tips\nRecipes with Avocado\nLet’s get right down to it: you’ve bought an avocado, waited until the 30 second window of optimal ripeness… now how do you get into this tough skinned fruit?!\nUsing a sharp knife, cut the avocado in half, lengthwise. Twist the 2 halves until they separate. One will have the seed and the other will be seedless.\nWhack the seed with the sharp edge of the knife then pull back. The seed should come right out with the knife.\nTo continue peeling the avocado halves, cut them again lengthwise so they are now in 1\/4ths, then peel back the skin.\nAvocado Cutting Tips\nHere are a few tips to make sure your avocado slicing experience is easy breezy:\nMake sure you hit the avocado seed hard enough to get the knife stuck in it. PLEASE be careful to keep the fruit cupped in your hand, so your fingers don’t get in the way of the knife.\nDon’t cut your avocado until ripe. It should not be firm or mushy when you press it. It should be somewhere right in the middle. An unripe avocado will hold onto that seed like its life depends on it.\nPeeling the avocado gets more of the fruit flesh than just scooping it out with a spoon. Keep watching the video after I remove the seed to see how easy it is to peel an avocado!\nHow do you know if your avocado is ripe?\nAn unpeeled avocado should have some softness to it when ripe vs being rock hard. The knob at the top should also pop off easily when ripe.\nDo you put avocados in the fridge after cutting?\nYes! If your not using the whole avocado then keep the seed and store the seed + left over fruit in an air-tight container in the fridge. It may still get a little brown around the edges (like an apple) but it should last up to 2 days in the fridge.\nWhat’s the best way to get the flesh out of the avocado peel?\nI prefer peeling an avocado after removing the seed. This ensures I get all the goodness inside. You can also scoop out the flesh with a spoon, yet this often leaves some attached to the peel.\nRecipes with Avocado\nAvocados\nare an incredible healthy fat and versatile ingredient in both sweet as well as savory dishes. I love adding a few chunks to a smoothie to up the cream factor along with making sure I’m getting in great\nhealthy fats\n. Here are some of my fav dishes you can whip up after you learn how to cut an avocado:\nAvocado caprese salad\n: a refreshing salad, bright and delicious and dairy-free!\nCoconut bacon BLT\n: This is my take on the classic BLT sandwich and it’s dang good.\nVegan taco salad\n: This gorgeous rainbow is a great way to get in a variety of veggies while enjoying every bite.\nVegan avocado crema\n: a gorgeous sauce that can go on a sandwich or taco or be used as a dip for whatever your heart desires.\nIf you’re new to this fun fruit, then try one of the recipes above, or simply toss onto your next salad or taco. It does the body a lot of serious good… and it’s just plain delicious as well.\nFeel free to toss some into whatever you blend next, and get ready for a super creamy smoothie your skin + brain will thank you for all day long!\nHow do you like to use avocado? Watch this quick tutorial on how to cut an avocado, then leave a comment with your fav avocado recipes.\n▢\n1\navocado\nPlace\navocado on cutting board\nCut\navocado in half along the widest side\nTwist\nand pull halves a part.\nRemove\nthe seed by gently hitting the knife into it.\nCut\navocado into quarters.\nPeel\nthe avocado skin off the quarters.\nMake sure you use a sharp knife and not one that’s dull.\nUse a flat surface for cutting, and one that won’t easily move. \nThis method works on a wide variety of avocados. So if yours doesn’t look exactly like the one in my photos, that’s okay! \nServing:\n1\ncup\n|\nCalories:\n322\nkcal\n|\nCarbohydrates:\n17\ng\n|\nProtein:\n4\ng\n|\nFat:\n30\ng\n|\nSaturated Fat:\n4\ng\n|\nPolyunsaturated Fat:\n4\ng\n|\nMonounsaturated Fat:\n20\ng\n|\nSodium:\n14\nmg\n|\nPotassium:\n975\nmg\n|\nFiber:\n13\ng\n|\nSugar:\n1\ng\n|\nVitamin A:\n293\nIU\n|\nVitamin C:\n20\nmg\n|\nCalcium:\n24\nmg\n|\nIron:\n1\nmg\nLeave a review\nfor a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks!\nWant 5 Days of Smoothies?\nJoin my free challenge for recipes, smart tips, and a printable tracker to help you eat more fruits & veggies— and build a healthy habit that actually sticks.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#main-content)\n\n[Meal Planner](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/meal-planner\/) \\| [21-Day Cleanse](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/21-day-cleanse-detox\/) \\| [The Shop](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/shop\/)\n\n[![simple green smoothies logo](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/simple-green-smoothies-logo-fade-6.gif)](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/)\n\n- [START HERE](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-make-a-smoothie\/)\n- [Guides](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/tutorials\/)\n  - 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This no fail way will have you slicing avocados like a pro\\!\n\n[Jump *to* Recipe ▼](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#wprm-recipe-container-34725)[Save Recipe](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#save-recipe)\n\n![how to cut an avocado quickly](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg)\n\n*This post contains affiliate links.*\n\nLet’s take the guesswork out of this popular food and learn **how to cut an avocado** without stress. You know you want every bit of that gorgeous fruit inside, so I’m teaching you **how to peel and slice up avocados.**\n\nFor the love of avocados! This fruit does it all- creams up a smoothie like no other, seamlessly replaces dairy as the cream factor in many of my fav recipes, helps my brain stay alert as well as keeps my skin smooth, the list goes on and on. Yet, how do I open the dang thing?! I made a super quick + simple video showing you how to cut an avocado, so you too can enjoy this incredible fruit.\n\n## Table of Contents\n- [Simple Way to Cut an Avocado](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#h-simple-way-to-cut-an-avocado)\n- [Avocado Cutting Tips](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#h-avocado-cutting-tips)\n- [Recipes with Avocado](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#h-recipes-with-avocado)\n- [How to cut an avocado (the easy way) Recipe](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#wprm-recipe-container-34725)\n\n\\+\n\n![how to cut an avocado easily](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg)\n\n## Simple Way to Cut an Avocado\nLet’s get right down to it: you’ve bought an avocado, waited until the 30 second window of optimal ripeness… now how do you get into this tough skinned fruit?\\!\n\n1. Using a sharp knife, cut the avocado in half, lengthwise. Twist the 2 halves until they separate. One will have the seed and the other will be seedless.\n2. Whack the seed with the sharp edge of the knife then pull back. The seed should come right out with the knife.\n3. To continue peeling the avocado halves, cut them again lengthwise so they are now in 1\/4ths, then peel back the skin.\n\n![How to Cut Avocado (the easy way)](https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/TH3qNq5olJ8\/hqdefault.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/ID\/hqdefault.jpg)\n## Avocado Cutting Tips\nHere are a few tips to make sure your avocado slicing experience is easy breezy:\n\n- Make sure you hit the avocado seed hard enough to get the knife stuck in it. PLEASE be careful to keep the fruit cupped in your hand, so your fingers don’t get in the way of the knife.\n- Don’t cut your avocado until ripe. It should not be firm or mushy when you press it. It should be somewhere right in the middle. An unripe avocado will hold onto that seed like its life depends on it.\n- Peeling the avocado gets more of the fruit flesh than just scooping it out with a spoon. Keep watching the video after I remove the seed to see how easy it is to peel an avocado\\!\n\nHow do you know if your avocado is ripe?\n\nAn unpeeled avocado should have some softness to it when ripe vs being rock hard. The knob at the top should also pop off easily when ripe.\n\nDo you put avocados in the fridge after cutting?\n\nYes! If your not using the whole avocado then keep the seed and store the seed + left over fruit in an air-tight container in the fridge. It may still get a little brown around the edges (like an apple) but it should last up to 2 days in the fridge.\n\nWhat’s the best way to get the flesh out of the avocado peel?\n\nI prefer peeling an avocado after removing the seed. This ensures I get all the goodness inside. You can also scoop out the flesh with a spoon, yet this often leaves some attached to the peel.\n\n![healthy fats right at your fingertips](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado.jpg)\n\n![healthy fats right at your fingertips](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado.jpg)\n## Recipes with Avocado\n[Avocados](https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/avocado-nutrition) are an incredible healthy fat and versatile ingredient in both sweet as well as savory dishes. I love adding a few chunks to a smoothie to up the cream factor along with making sure I’m getting in great [healthy fats](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/healthy-fats\/). Here are some of my fav dishes you can whip up after you learn how to cut an avocado:\n\n- [Avocado caprese salad](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/caprese-salad\/): a refreshing salad, bright and delicious and dairy-free\\!\n- [Coconut bacon BLT](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/coconut-bacon\/): This is my take on the classic BLT sandwich and it’s dang good.\n- [Vegan taco salad](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/vegan-taco-salad\/): This gorgeous rainbow is a great way to get in a variety of veggies while enjoying every bite.\n- [Vegan avocado crema](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/avocado-crema\/): a gorgeous sauce that can go on a sandwich or taco or be used as a dip for whatever your heart desires.\n\nIf you’re new to this fun fruit, then try one of the recipes above, or simply toss onto your next salad or taco. It does the body a lot of serious good… and it’s just plain delicious as well.\n\nFeel free to toss some into whatever you blend next, and get ready for a super creamy smoothie your skin + brain will thank you for all day long! **How do you like to use avocado? Watch this quick tutorial on how to cut an avocado, then leave a comment with your fav avocado recipes.**\n\n![how to cut an avocado quickly](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3-300x300.jpg)\n\n![how to cut an avocado quickly](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3-300x300.jpg)\n\n5 (2 votes)\n\n## How to cut an avocado (the easy way)\nLearn how to cut an avocado in under a minute with this simple video.\n\n[Print](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wprm_print\/how-to-cut-an-avocado-the-easy-way) [Pin](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsimplegreensmoothies.com%2Fhow-to-cut-an-avocado%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fsimplegreensmoothies.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fhow-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg&description=How+to+cut+an+avocado+%28the+easy+way%29&is_video=false) [Rate](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#commentform)\n\nPrep: 2 minutes mins\n\nTotal: 2 minutes mins\n\nServes: 1 avocado\n\nAuthor: [Jen Hansard](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/about-jen-hansard\/)\n\n### Ingredients\n- ▢\n  1 avocado\n\n### Instructions\n- **Place** avocado on cutting board\n- **Cut** avocado in half along the widest side\n- **Twist** and pull halves a part.\n- **Remove** the seed by gently hitting the knife into it.\n- **Cut** avocado into quarters.\n- **Peel** the avocado skin off the quarters.\n\n### Video\n![How to Cut Avocado (the easy way)](https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/TH3qNq5olJ8\/hqdefault.jpg)\n\n![](https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/ID\/hqdefault.jpg)\n\n### Helpful Tools\n[![](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/equopment-knife.jpg) ![](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/equopment-knife.jpg)](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4mN6cti)\n\n[high-carbon steel knife](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4mN6cti)\n\n[![cutting board](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/equipment-cutting-board.jpg) ![cutting board](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/equipment-cutting-board.jpg)](https:\/\/linksta.io\/a713886e)\n\n[acacia wood board](https:\/\/linksta.io\/a713886e)\n\n### Notes\n- Make sure you use a sharp knife and not one that’s dull.\n- Use a flat surface for cutting, and one that won’t easily move.\n- This method works on a wide variety of avocados. So if yours doesn’t look exactly like the one in my photos, that’s okay\\!\n\n### Nutrition\nServing: 1 cup \\| Calories: 322 kcal \\| Carbohydrates: 17 g \\| Protein: 4 g \\| Fat: 30 g \\| Saturated Fat: 4 g \\| Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g \\| Monounsaturated Fat: 20 g \\| Sodium: 14 mg \\| Potassium: 975 mg \\| Fiber: 13 g \\| Sugar: 1 g \\| Vitamin A: 293 IU \\| Vitamin C: 20 mg \\| Calcium: 24 mg \\| Iron: 1 mg\n\n### Did you make this recipe?\n[Leave a review](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/) for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks\\!\n\n![Jen Hansard pouring a simple green smoothie recipe](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/simple-green-smoothies-jen-hansard-2.png)\n\n![Jen Hansard pouring a simple green smoothie recipe](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/simple-green-smoothies-jen-hansard-2.png)\n\nWant 5 Days of Smoothies?\n\n*Join my free challenge for recipes, smart tips, and a printable tracker to help you eat more fruits & veggies— and build a healthy habit that actually sticks.*\n\n5 from 2 votes\n\n### Leave a Comment [Cancel reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#respond)\n### Comments\n1. **Kim** says:\n   \n   [8\\.23.2021 at 3:13 pm](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-995199)\n   \n   ![5 stars](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n    The perfect way to cut an avocado\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-995199)\n2. **Dani** says:\n   \n   [5\\.11.2020 at 10:01 pm](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-969640)\n   \n   ![5 stars](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n    Holy kale— how have I never seen this before?! I have wasted so much of an avocado by scooping it out instead of peeling it like this. You just blew my mind Jen.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-969640)\n   1. **Simple Green Smoothies** says:\n      \n      [5\\.12.2020 at 10:14 am](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-969656)\n      \n      This method is truly awesome! 😀\n3. **Annie** says:\n   \n   [1\\.10.2017 at 12:58 pm](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-859008)\n   \n   I make each smoothie recipe for myself – so I get a smoothie for today and a smoothie for tomorrow with each recipe. When I use a recipe that calls for avocados, is it okay to drink the second half after it’s been in the fridge over night? Avocados go bad so quickly. Just had me wondering. Thanks\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-859008)\n   1. **Simple Green Smoothies** says:\n      \n      [1\\.12.2017 at 6:43 am](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-859049)\n      \n      Hi Annie,\n      \n      Definitely! All of our recipes, including those with avocado will keep in your refrigerator for up to two days in an air tight container. Adding a little bit of lemon juice will help preserve all of their green goodness\\!\n4. **Janet** says:\n   \n   [5\\.25.2014 at 12:11 pm](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-425021)\n   \n   Need one of these on how to cut mango\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-425021)\n   1. **Simple Green Smoothies** says:\n      \n      [5\\.27.2014 at 7:05 am](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-433684)\n      \n      Great idea, Janet\\!\n5. **Kaitlyn** says:\n   \n   [2\\.8.2014 at 11:32 am](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-123236)\n   \n   I love using avocado in smoothies with cocoa powder. It’s a delicious way to make smoothies taste like a dessert – and the consistency is like a chocolate pudding if you add enough avocado. Mmm.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-123236)\n6. **Jamey** says:\n   \n   [5\\.3.2013 at 8:15 am](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-14235)\n   \n   Hi,  \n    I thought I saw a post about flash freezing avocados. Can you do this? If so, how? If not, is there a way for me to freeze extra avocado for my smoothies? Thanks! You gals are the best\\!\n   \n   Sincerely,  \n    Jamey\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-14235)\n   1. **Simple Green Smoothies** says:\n      \n      [5\\.3.2013 at 1:24 pm](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#comment-14261)\n      \n      Hi Jamey\\!  \n       One of the best ways to freeze your avocado is to purée or smash it up, put it in an air tight container, and freeze it. By doing this the avocado will freeze more evenly 🙂\n\n![welcome to simple green smoothies with Jen Hansard](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/welcome-simple-green-smoothies-2.jpg)\n\nWelcome to Simple Green Smoothies, where this mamma *swapped* Lucky Charms for green smoothies—and fell in love with the results. 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I made a super quick + simple video showing you how to cut an avocado, so you too can enjoy this incredible fruit.\n\n## Table of Contents\n- [Simple Way to Cut an Avocado](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#h-simple-way-to-cut-an-avocado)\n- [Avocado Cutting Tips](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#h-avocado-cutting-tips)\n- [Recipes with Avocado](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/how-to-cut-an-avocado\/#h-recipes-with-avocado)\n\n![how to cut an avocado easily](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg)\n\nLet’s get right down to it: you’ve bought an avocado, waited until the 30 second window of optimal ripeness… now how do you get into this tough skinned fruit?\\!\n\n1. Using a sharp knife, cut the avocado in half, lengthwise. Twist the 2 halves until they separate. One will have the seed and the other will be seedless.\n2. Whack the seed with the sharp edge of the knife then pull back. The seed should come right out with the knife.\n3. To continue peeling the avocado halves, cut them again lengthwise so they are now in 1\/4ths, then peel back the skin.\n\n![](https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/ID\/hqdefault.jpg)\n\n## Avocado Cutting Tips\nHere are a few tips to make sure your avocado slicing experience is easy breezy:\n\n- Make sure you hit the avocado seed hard enough to get the knife stuck in it. PLEASE be careful to keep the fruit cupped in your hand, so your fingers don’t get in the way of the knife.\n- Don’t cut your avocado until ripe. It should not be firm or mushy when you press it. It should be somewhere right in the middle. An unripe avocado will hold onto that seed like its life depends on it.\n- Peeling the avocado gets more of the fruit flesh than just scooping it out with a spoon. Keep watching the video after I remove the seed to see how easy it is to peel an avocado\\!\n\nHow do you know if your avocado is ripe?\n\nAn unpeeled avocado should have some softness to it when ripe vs being rock hard. The knob at the top should also pop off easily when ripe.\n\nDo you put avocados in the fridge after cutting?\n\nYes! If your not using the whole avocado then keep the seed and store the seed + left over fruit in an air-tight container in the fridge. It may still get a little brown around the edges (like an apple) but it should last up to 2 days in the fridge.\n\nWhat’s the best way to get the flesh out of the avocado peel?\n\nI prefer peeling an avocado after removing the seed. This ensures I get all the goodness inside. 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Here are some of my fav dishes you can whip up after you learn how to cut an avocado:\n\n- [Avocado caprese salad](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/caprese-salad\/): a refreshing salad, bright and delicious and dairy-free\\!\n- [Coconut bacon BLT](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/coconut-bacon\/): This is my take on the classic BLT sandwich and it’s dang good.\n- [Vegan taco salad](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/vegan-taco-salad\/): This gorgeous rainbow is a great way to get in a variety of veggies while enjoying every bite.\n- [Vegan avocado crema](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/avocado-crema\/): a gorgeous sauce that can go on a sandwich or taco or be used as a dip for whatever your heart desires.\n\nIf you’re new to this fun fruit, then try one of the recipes above, or simply toss onto your next salad or taco. It does the body a lot of serious good… and it’s just plain delicious as well.\n\nFeel free to toss some into whatever you blend next, and get ready for a super creamy smoothie your skin + brain will thank you for all day long! **How do you like to use avocado? Watch this quick tutorial on how to cut an avocado, then leave a comment with your fav avocado recipes.**\n\n- ▢\n  1 avocado\n\n- **Place** avocado on cutting board\n- **Cut** avocado in half along the widest side\n- **Twist** and pull halves a part.\n- **Remove** the seed by gently hitting the knife into it.\n- **Cut** avocado into quarters.\n- **Peel** the avocado skin off the quarters.\n\n![](https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/ID\/hqdefault.jpg)\n\n[![](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/equopment-knife.jpg)](https:\/\/amzn.to\/4mN6cti)\n\n[![cutting board](https:\/\/simplegreensmoothies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/equipment-cutting-board.jpg)](https:\/\/linksta.io\/a713886e)\n\n- Make sure you use a sharp knife and not one that’s dull.\n- Use a flat surface for cutting, and one that won’t easily move.\n- This method works on a wide variety of avocados. 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Boilerpipe Text	This post contains affiliate links. Let’s take the guesswork out of this popular food and learn how to cut an avocado without stress. You know you want every bit of that gorgeous fruit inside, so I’m teaching you how to peel and slice up avocados. For the love of avocados! This fruit does it all- creams up a smoothie like no other, seamlessly replaces dairy as the cream factor in many of my fav recipes, helps my brain stay alert as well as keeps my skin smooth, the list goes on and on. Yet, how do I open the dang thing?! I made a super quick + simple video showing you how to cut an avocado, so you too can enjoy this incredible fruit. Table of Contents Simple Way to Cut an Avocado Avocado Cutting Tips Recipes with Avocado Let’s get right down to it: you’ve bought an avocado, waited until the 30 second window of optimal ripeness… now how do you get into this tough skinned fruit?! Using a sharp knife, cut the avocado in half, lengthwise. Twist the 2 halves until they separate. One will have the seed and the other will be seedless. Whack the seed with the sharp edge of the knife then pull back. The seed should come right out with the knife. To continue peeling the avocado halves, cut them again lengthwise so they are now in 1/4ths, then peel back the skin. Avocado Cutting Tips Here are a few tips to make sure your avocado slicing experience is easy breezy: Make sure you hit the avocado seed hard enough to get the knife stuck in it. PLEASE be careful to keep the fruit cupped in your hand, so your fingers don’t get in the way of the knife. Don’t cut your avocado until ripe. It should not be firm or mushy when you press it. It should be somewhere right in the middle. An unripe avocado will hold onto that seed like its life depends on it. Peeling the avocado gets more of the fruit flesh than just scooping it out with a spoon. Keep watching the video after I remove the seed to see how easy it is to peel an avocado! How do you know if your avocado is ripe? An unpeeled avocado should have some softness to it when ripe vs being rock hard. The knob at the top should also pop off easily when ripe. Do you put avocados in the fridge after cutting? Yes! If your not using the whole avocado then keep the seed and store the seed + left over fruit in an air-tight container in the fridge. It may still get a little brown around the edges (like an apple) but it should last up to 2 days in the fridge. What’s the best way to get the flesh out of the avocado peel? I prefer peeling an avocado after removing the seed. This ensures I get all the goodness inside. You can also scoop out the flesh with a spoon, yet this often leaves some attached to the peel. Recipes with Avocado Avocados are an incredible healthy fat and versatile ingredient in both sweet as well as savory dishes. I love adding a few chunks to a smoothie to up the cream factor along with making sure I’m getting in great healthy fats . Here are some of my fav dishes you can whip up after you learn how to cut an avocado: Avocado caprese salad : a refreshing salad, bright and delicious and dairy-free! Coconut bacon BLT : This is my take on the classic BLT sandwich and it’s dang good. Vegan taco salad : This gorgeous rainbow is a great way to get in a variety of veggies while enjoying every bite. Vegan avocado crema : a gorgeous sauce that can go on a sandwich or taco or be used as a dip for whatever your heart desires. If you’re new to this fun fruit, then try one of the recipes above, or simply toss onto your next salad or taco. It does the body a lot of serious good… and it’s just plain delicious as well. Feel free to toss some into whatever you blend next, and get ready for a super creamy smoothie your skin + brain will thank you for all day long! How do you like to use avocado? Watch this quick tutorial on how to cut an avocado, then leave a comment with your fav avocado recipes. ▢ 1 avocado Place avocado on cutting board Cut avocado in half along the widest side Twist and pull halves a part. Remove the seed by gently hitting the knife into it. Cut avocado into quarters. Peel the avocado skin off the quarters. Make sure you use a sharp knife and not one that’s dull. Use a flat surface for cutting, and one that won’t easily move. This method works on a wide variety of avocados. So if yours doesn’t look exactly like the one in my photos, that’s okay! Serving: 1 cup \| Calories: 322 kcal \| Carbohydrates: 17 g \| Protein: 4 g \| Fat: 30 g \| Saturated Fat: 4 g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 20 g \| Sodium: 14 mg \| Potassium: 975 mg \| Fiber: 13 g \| Sugar: 1 g \| Vitamin A: 293 IU \| Vitamin C: 20 mg \| Calcium: 24 mg \| Iron: 1 mg Leave a review for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks! Want 5 Days of Smoothies? Join my free challenge for recipes, smart tips, and a printable tracker to help you eat more fruits & veggies— and build a healthy habit that actually sticks.
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This no fail way will have you slicing avocados like a pro\! [Jump to Recipe ▼](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#wprm-recipe-container-34725)[Save Recipe](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#save-recipe) ![how to cut an avocado quickly](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg) This post contains affiliate links. Let’s take the guesswork out of this popular food and learn how to cut an avocado without stress. You know you want every bit of that gorgeous fruit inside, so I’m teaching you how to peel and slice up avocados. For the love of avocados! This fruit does it all- creams up a smoothie like no other, seamlessly replaces dairy as the cream factor in many of my fav recipes, helps my brain stay alert as well as keeps my skin smooth, the list goes on and on. Yet, how do I open the dang thing?! I made a super quick + simple video showing you how to cut an avocado, so you too can enjoy this incredible fruit. ## Table of Contents - [Simple Way to Cut an Avocado](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#h-simple-way-to-cut-an-avocado) - [Avocado Cutting Tips](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#h-avocado-cutting-tips) - [Recipes with Avocado](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#h-recipes-with-avocado) - [How to cut an avocado (the easy way) Recipe](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#wprm-recipe-container-34725) \+ ![how to cut an avocado easily](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg) ## Simple Way to Cut an Avocado Let’s get right down to it: you’ve bought an avocado, waited until the 30 second window of optimal ripeness… now how do you get into this tough skinned fruit?\! 1. Using a sharp knife, cut the avocado in half, lengthwise. Twist the 2 halves until they separate. One will have the seed and the other will be seedless. 2. Whack the seed with the sharp edge of the knife then pull back. The seed should come right out with the knife. 3. To continue peeling the avocado halves, cut them again lengthwise so they are now in 1/4ths, then peel back the skin. ![How to Cut Avocado (the easy way)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TH3qNq5olJ8/hqdefault.jpg) ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ID/hqdefault.jpg) ## Avocado Cutting Tips Here are a few tips to make sure your avocado slicing experience is easy breezy: - Make sure you hit the avocado seed hard enough to get the knife stuck in it. PLEASE be careful to keep the fruit cupped in your hand, so your fingers don’t get in the way of the knife. - Don’t cut your avocado until ripe. It should not be firm or mushy when you press it. It should be somewhere right in the middle. An unripe avocado will hold onto that seed like its life depends on it. - Peeling the avocado gets more of the fruit flesh than just scooping it out with a spoon. Keep watching the video after I remove the seed to see how easy it is to peel an avocado\! How do you know if your avocado is ripe? An unpeeled avocado should have some softness to it when ripe vs being rock hard. The knob at the top should also pop off easily when ripe. Do you put avocados in the fridge after cutting? Yes! If your not using the whole avocado then keep the seed and store the seed + left over fruit in an air-tight container in the fridge. It may still get a little brown around the edges (like an apple) but it should last up to 2 days in the fridge. What’s the best way to get the flesh out of the avocado peel? I prefer peeling an avocado after removing the seed. This ensures I get all the goodness inside. You can also scoop out the flesh with a spoon, yet this often leaves some attached to the peel. ![healthy fats right at your fingertips](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado.jpg) ![healthy fats right at your fingertips](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado.jpg) ## Recipes with Avocado [Avocados](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/avocado-nutrition) are an incredible healthy fat and versatile ingredient in both sweet as well as savory dishes. I love adding a few chunks to a smoothie to up the cream factor along with making sure I’m getting in great [healthy fats](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/healthy-fats/). Here are some of my fav dishes you can whip up after you learn how to cut an avocado: - [Avocado caprese salad](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/caprese-salad/): a refreshing salad, bright and delicious and dairy-free\! - [Coconut bacon BLT](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/coconut-bacon/): This is my take on the classic BLT sandwich and it’s dang good. - [Vegan taco salad](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/vegan-taco-salad/): This gorgeous rainbow is a great way to get in a variety of veggies while enjoying every bite. - [Vegan avocado crema](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/avocado-crema/): a gorgeous sauce that can go on a sandwich or taco or be used as a dip for whatever your heart desires. If you’re new to this fun fruit, then try one of the recipes above, or simply toss onto your next salad or taco. It does the body a lot of serious good… and it’s just plain delicious as well. Feel free to toss some into whatever you blend next, and get ready for a super creamy smoothie your skin + brain will thank you for all day long! How do you like to use avocado? Watch this quick tutorial on how to cut an avocado, then leave a comment with your fav avocado recipes. ![how to cut an avocado quickly](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3-300x300.jpg) ![how to cut an avocado quickly](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3-300x300.jpg) 5 (2 votes) ## How to cut an avocado (the easy way) Learn how to cut an avocado in under a minute with this simple video. [Print](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wprm_print/how-to-cut-an-avocado-the-easy-way) [Pin](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsimplegreensmoothies.com%2Fhow-to-cut-an-avocado%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fsimplegreensmoothies.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fhow-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg&description=How+to+cut+an+avocado+%28the+easy+way%29&is_video=false) [Rate](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#commentform) Prep: 2 minutes mins Total: 2 minutes mins Serves: 1 avocado Author: [Jen Hansard](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/about-jen-hansard/) ### Ingredients - ▢ 1 avocado ### Instructions - Place avocado on cutting board - Cut avocado in half along the widest side - Twist and pull halves a part. - Remove the seed by gently hitting the knife into it. - Cut avocado into quarters. - Peel the avocado skin off the quarters. ### Video ![How to Cut Avocado (the easy way)](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TH3qNq5olJ8/hqdefault.jpg) ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ID/hqdefault.jpg) ### Helpful Tools [![](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/equopment-knife.jpg) ![](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/equopment-knife.jpg)](https://amzn.to/4mN6cti) [high-carbon steel knife](https://amzn.to/4mN6cti) [![cutting board](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/equipment-cutting-board.jpg) ![cutting board](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/equipment-cutting-board.jpg)](https://linksta.io/a713886e) [acacia wood board](https://linksta.io/a713886e) ### Notes - Make sure you use a sharp knife and not one that’s dull. - Use a flat surface for cutting, and one that won’t easily move. - This method works on a wide variety of avocados. So if yours doesn’t look exactly like the one in my photos, that’s okay\! ### Nutrition Serving: 1 cup \\| Calories: 322 kcal \\| Carbohydrates: 17 g \\| Protein: 4 g \\| Fat: 30 g \\| Saturated Fat: 4 g \\| Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g \\| Monounsaturated Fat: 20 g \\| Sodium: 14 mg \\| Potassium: 975 mg \\| Fiber: 13 g \\| Sugar: 1 g \\| Vitamin A: 293 IU \\| Vitamin C: 20 mg \\| Calcium: 24 mg \\| Iron: 1 mg ### Did you make this recipe? [Leave a review](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/) for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks\! ![Jen Hansard pouring a simple green smoothie recipe](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/simple-green-smoothies-jen-hansard-2.png) ![Jen Hansard pouring a simple green smoothie recipe](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/simple-green-smoothies-jen-hansard-2.png) Want 5 Days of Smoothies? Join my free challenge for recipes, smart tips, and a printable tracker to help you eat more fruits & veggies— and build a healthy habit that actually sticks. 5 from 2 votes ### Leave a Comment [Cancel reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#respond) ### Comments 1. Kim says: [8\.23.2021 at 3:13 pm](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-995199) ![5 stars](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) The perfect way to cut an avocado\! [Reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-995199) 2. Dani says: [5\.11.2020 at 10:01 pm](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-969640) ![5 stars](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) Holy kale— how have I never seen this before?! I have wasted so much of an avocado by scooping it out instead of peeling it like this. You just blew my mind Jen. [Reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-969640) 1. Simple Green Smoothies says: [5\.12.2020 at 10:14 am](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-969656) This method is truly awesome! 😀 3. Annie says: [1\.10.2017 at 12:58 pm](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-859008) I make each smoothie recipe for myself – so I get a smoothie for today and a smoothie for tomorrow with each recipe. When I use a recipe that calls for avocados, is it okay to drink the second half after it’s been in the fridge over night? Avocados go bad so quickly. Just had me wondering. Thanks\! [Reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-859008) 1. Simple Green Smoothies says: [1\.12.2017 at 6:43 am](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-859049) Hi Annie, Definitely! All of our recipes, including those with avocado will keep in your refrigerator for up to two days in an air tight container. Adding a little bit of lemon juice will help preserve all of their green goodness\! 4. Janet says: [5\.25.2014 at 12:11 pm](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-425021) Need one of these on how to cut mango [Reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-425021) 1. Simple Green Smoothies says: [5\.27.2014 at 7:05 am](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-433684) Great idea, Janet\! 5. Kaitlyn says: [2\.8.2014 at 11:32 am](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-123236) I love using avocado in smoothies with cocoa powder. It’s a delicious way to make smoothies taste like a dessert – and the consistency is like a chocolate pudding if you add enough avocado. Mmm. [Reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-123236) 6. Jamey says: [5\.3.2013 at 8:15 am](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-14235) Hi, I thought I saw a post about flash freezing avocados. Can you do this? If so, how? If not, is there a way for me to freeze extra avocado for my smoothies? Thanks! You gals are the best\! Sincerely, Jamey [Reply](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-14235) 1. Simple Green Smoothies says: [5\.3.2013 at 1:24 pm](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#comment-14261) Hi Jamey\! One of the best ways to freeze your avocado is to purée or smash it up, put it in an air tight container, and freeze it. By doing this the avocado will freeze more evenly 🙂 ![welcome to simple green smoothies with Jen Hansard](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/welcome-simple-green-smoothies-2.jpg) Welcome to Simple Green Smoothies, where this mamma swapped Lucky Charms for green smoothies—and fell in love with the results. 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Readable Markdown	This post contains affiliate links. Let’s take the guesswork out of this popular food and learn how to cut an avocado without stress. You know you want every bit of that gorgeous fruit inside, so I’m teaching you how to peel and slice up avocados. For the love of avocados! This fruit does it all- creams up a smoothie like no other, seamlessly replaces dairy as the cream factor in many of my fav recipes, helps my brain stay alert as well as keeps my skin smooth, the list goes on and on. Yet, how do I open the dang thing?! I made a super quick + simple video showing you how to cut an avocado, so you too can enjoy this incredible fruit. ## Table of Contents - [Simple Way to Cut an Avocado](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#h-simple-way-to-cut-an-avocado) - [Avocado Cutting Tips](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#h-avocado-cutting-tips) - [Recipes with Avocado](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/#h-recipes-with-avocado) ![how to cut an avocado easily](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado-3.jpg) Let’s get right down to it: you’ve bought an avocado, waited until the 30 second window of optimal ripeness… now how do you get into this tough skinned fruit?\! 1. Using a sharp knife, cut the avocado in half, lengthwise. Twist the 2 halves until they separate. One will have the seed and the other will be seedless. 2. Whack the seed with the sharp edge of the knife then pull back. The seed should come right out with the knife. 3. To continue peeling the avocado halves, cut them again lengthwise so they are now in 1/4ths, then peel back the skin. ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ID/hqdefault.jpg) ## Avocado Cutting Tips Here are a few tips to make sure your avocado slicing experience is easy breezy: - Make sure you hit the avocado seed hard enough to get the knife stuck in it. PLEASE be careful to keep the fruit cupped in your hand, so your fingers don’t get in the way of the knife. - Don’t cut your avocado until ripe. It should not be firm or mushy when you press it. It should be somewhere right in the middle. An unripe avocado will hold onto that seed like its life depends on it. - Peeling the avocado gets more of the fruit flesh than just scooping it out with a spoon. Keep watching the video after I remove the seed to see how easy it is to peel an avocado\! How do you know if your avocado is ripe? An unpeeled avocado should have some softness to it when ripe vs being rock hard. The knob at the top should also pop off easily when ripe. Do you put avocados in the fridge after cutting? Yes! If your not using the whole avocado then keep the seed and store the seed + left over fruit in an air-tight container in the fridge. It may still get a little brown around the edges (like an apple) but it should last up to 2 days in the fridge. What’s the best way to get the flesh out of the avocado peel? I prefer peeling an avocado after removing the seed. This ensures I get all the goodness inside. You can also scoop out the flesh with a spoon, yet this often leaves some attached to the peel. ![healthy fats right at your fingertips](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/how-to-cut-an-avocado.jpg) ## Recipes with Avocado [Avocados](https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/avocado-nutrition) are an incredible healthy fat and versatile ingredient in both sweet as well as savory dishes. I love adding a few chunks to a smoothie to up the cream factor along with making sure I’m getting in great [healthy fats](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/healthy-fats/). Here are some of my fav dishes you can whip up after you learn how to cut an avocado: - [Avocado caprese salad](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/caprese-salad/): a refreshing salad, bright and delicious and dairy-free\! - [Coconut bacon BLT](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/coconut-bacon/): This is my take on the classic BLT sandwich and it’s dang good. - [Vegan taco salad](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/vegan-taco-salad/): This gorgeous rainbow is a great way to get in a variety of veggies while enjoying every bite. - [Vegan avocado crema](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/avocado-crema/): a gorgeous sauce that can go on a sandwich or taco or be used as a dip for whatever your heart desires. If you’re new to this fun fruit, then try one of the recipes above, or simply toss onto your next salad or taco. It does the body a lot of serious good… and it’s just plain delicious as well. Feel free to toss some into whatever you blend next, and get ready for a super creamy smoothie your skin + brain will thank you for all day long! How do you like to use avocado? Watch this quick tutorial on how to cut an avocado, then leave a comment with your fav avocado recipes. - ▢ 1 avocado - Place avocado on cutting board - Cut avocado in half along the widest side - Twist and pull halves a part. - Remove the seed by gently hitting the knife into it. - Cut avocado into quarters. - Peel the avocado skin off the quarters. ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ID/hqdefault.jpg) [![](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/equopment-knife.jpg)](https://amzn.to/4mN6cti) [![cutting board](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/equipment-cutting-board.jpg)](https://linksta.io/a713886e) - Make sure you use a sharp knife and not one that’s dull. - Use a flat surface for cutting, and one that won’t easily move. - This method works on a wide variety of avocados. So if yours doesn’t look exactly like the one in my photos, that’s okay\! Serving: 1 cup \\| Calories: 322 kcal \\| Carbohydrates: 17 g \\| Protein: 4 g \\| Fat: 30 g \\| Saturated Fat: 4 g \\| Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g \\| Monounsaturated Fat: 20 g \\| Sodium: 14 mg \\| Potassium: 975 mg \\| Fiber: 13 g \\| Sugar: 1 g \\| Vitamin A: 293 IU \\| Vitamin C: 20 mg \\| Calcium: 24 mg \\| Iron: 1 mg [Leave a review](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/how-to-cut-an-avocado/) for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks\! ![Jen Hansard pouring a simple green smoothie recipe](https://simplegreensmoothies.com/wp-content/uploads/simple-green-smoothies-jen-hansard-2.png) Want 5 Days of Smoothies? Join my free challenge for recipes, smart tips, and a printable tracker to help you eat more fruits & veggies— and build a healthy habit that actually sticks.
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