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A ripe avocado deserves a clean cut.
I remember it like it was yesterday.
My friend Andrew showed me the coolest trick when cutting an avocado. He cut a slit into the skin, stopping right at the pit, rolled it on it’s side, and then spun it around.
Not only did he look cool doing it, but he quickly and easily made a perfect incision around the circumference of the fruit!
Since learning his trick, I am always the one people turn to to quickly cut a ton of avocados when making a big bowl of
guacamole
or this yummy
Avocado Corn Salad
.
And you will become that, too! Because what you’ll find below is hands down the BEST and easiest way to cut an avocado.
What is an Avocado?
Before we start slicing and dicing, you need to know the basic anatomy of an avocado.
So… what IS an avocado?
Avocados are technically a
fruit
since they are a
single-seeded “berry.”
However, they are savory enough that some like to consider them as more of a vegetable.
Avocados have a relatively tough outer layer called their “
skin
” that you definitely don’t want to eat. Often you can also find ones with a “
stem
.”
Once an avocado is cut in half you will see a
large brown seed
, or
“pit,”
surrounded by a
bright green edible flesh
.
They are composed almost entirely of
monounsaturated fat
and make an excellent, low-carb, creamy addition to your favorite dishes.
Step-by-step Instructions
Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.
Slice and Spin (my secret trick!)
Lay
the avocado on a stable cutting board and use a chef’s knife to slice it in half lengthwise until you reach the pit.
Turn
the avocado onto its side and slowly spin it while continuing to
cut it in half
with the knife. When the avocado has been cut in half, give the two halves a
gentle twist
in opposite directions.
Hit the pit.
Setting the half with the pit still embedded in it cut-side up on the cutting board, very carefully
hit the center of the pit with your knife
. Make sure there are no hands or fingers on the cutting board while doing this, to avoid injury.
Rotate and remove.
Holding the knife in one hand and the avocado half in the other,
gently twist the pit
until it loosens. It should pop right out, still embedded in the blade of the knife.Â
If it doesn’t work on the first try, you may need to hit the pit again to
go a little deeper
with the knife. Using a sharp knife at this stage is helpful, as cuts tend to be cleaner and go deeper on the first try.
Pro Tip:
The pit can be removed from the knife by carefully pressing on it with your thumb and pointer finger, from the non-sharp side of the blade. A paper towel can be laid across the knife to protect your fingers from avocado residue, but it may make it harder to see the pit.
Cut into slices or cubes.
To make
slices
, use a small paring knife to
cut thin vertical slices
into the avocado while it’s still inside the skin.
For
cubes
, cut slightly thicker strips, about ½-inch wide. First
slice either horizontally or vertically
, then rotate the avocado 90 degrees and
cut in the opposite direction
, crosswise.
Alternate Method: Quarter and peel.
Once the avocado is
cut
in half, and the
pit removed
,
halve
each side lengthwise once more, making
four even quarters
. From there, it’s easy to remove and discard the skin with a spoon.
Place the avocado cut-side down on the cutting board, and either thinly slice or dice it as desired. Â
Scoop and serve.
Once the avocado is sliced to your liking, it’s time to remove it from the skin. Using a large spoon,
gently scoop under the edge of the skin
and begin loosening the pieces.
Follow the inside surface of the skin all the way down and around the avocado to ensure you get it all out. Be very gentle at this stage, so that the flesh isn’t damaged too badly.Â
How to Pick Avocados
When selecting avocados at the grocery store there are
three things you’ll want to look for
in order to pick the best ones:
Color
. Avocados with a darker skin are generally ripe and ready to eat. Lighter, more green avocados can normally use a few more days to ripen fully.
Firmness
. Avocados are best to eat when they are slightly softened, but not completely mushy. You’ll want them to give a little bit when you apply firm but gentle pressure. Buy slightly harder, less ripe avocados if you are planning to use them a few days after purchasing.
Stem
. A quick trick I like to use to confirm an avocado’s ripeness is to peel back the stem. If it is a beautiful green underneath and the stem peels easily, the avocado is ripe and ready to eat.
FAQs
Should you refrigerate avocados?
If your avocados are still unripe, leave them out at room temperature until they are ready to eat. If you have some perfectly ripe avocados that you won’t be able to get to for a few days, pop them into the refrigerator.
Why does cut avocado turn brown so quickly?
Sliced avocado will quickly start turning brown due to a process called oxidation, where the flesh is exposed to the air, generating an enzymatic reaction. To prevent this, cut avocado should be quickly mixed or tossed in lemon or lime juice, as it lowers the pH level and stops the browning process.
Can you still ripen a cut avocado?
To give a cut avocado more time to ripen, leave the pit inside and rub both halves with lemon juice. Press them tightly together, and wrap it firmly in plastic wrap, so that no air can reach the flesh. Store it in the fridge for another few days.
How to store an avocado?
To store an avocado,
it’s best to use freshly sliced avocado immediately after cutting. However, unskinned halves can be wrapped in plastic wrap, gently pressed down to cover the exposed flesh, to prevent browning. It can be stored in the fridge like this for up to 2 days.
How to freeze an avocado?
To freeze an avocado
, place cut slices or chunks on a wax paper-lined baking sheet, and freeze for up to 2 hours, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag with as much air removed as possible. Like this, avocado can be frozen for up to 3-4 months. Frozen avocado should be
thawed in the fridge
or at room temperature.
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Slice
the avocado lengthwise until you feel the knife hit the pit. Turn the avocado on its side and spin it while continuing to cut it in half with the knife.
1 avocado
Twist
the two halves to separate them once the avocado is completely cut down the center.
Carefully
hit the pit
with your knife to remove it. Rotate the pit until it loosens and lift up.Â
Remove
the pit from the knife by pressing on it from the unsharpened side with your thumb and pointer finger until it dislodges.
Classic Method
For slices, use a knife to
cut
thin slices of avocado.
For cubes, cut slightly thicker strips, about ½-inch wide. Rotate the avocado 90-degrees and
cut
additional ½-inch wide slices.
Once your slices/cubes are done, simply
scoop
them out using a large spoon.
Alternative Method
Once the avocado is
cut
in half and the pit is removed, cut each halve in half lengthwise.
1 avocado
Remove
and discard the skin from each quarter.
Place the avocado cut-side down on a cutting board and either
thinly slice
it or
dice
it.
Last step! If you make this,
please leave a review
letting us know how it was!
Tap stars to rate!
5
from
4
votes
Storage:Â
Unskinned halves can be wrapped in plastic wrap, gently pressed down to cover the exposed flesh, to prevent browning. It can be stored in the fridge like this for up to 2 days.
Citrus:Â
Either tossing or mixing cut avocado with lemon or lime juice keeps it green and fresh, and adds amazing flavor.
Ripeness:Â
Along with the color and texture of the avocado, ripeness can be checked by whether the stem comes off easily and is green underneath.
Freezing tips:Â
Pureed avocado frozen in ice cube trays makes for a creamy, dairy-free addition to smoothies.
Calories:
161
kcal
,
Carbohydrates:
9
g
,
Protein:
2
g
,
Fat:
15
g
,
Saturated Fat:
2
g
,
Sodium:
7
mg
,
Potassium:
487
mg
,
Fiber:
7
g
,
Sugar:
1
g
,
Vitamin A:
147
IU
,
Vitamin C:
10
mg
,
Calcium:
12
mg
,
Iron:
1
mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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# How to Cut an Avocado
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Feb 29, 2024, Updated Feb 08, 2026
Struggle no more! Once you learn a few simple tricks, you’ll be **Pitting, Peeling, and Cutting an Avocado** like a pro in no time! We’ll also go over how to determine when an avocado is ripe, and the best way to store it for later.
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A ripe avocado deserves a clean cut.
I remember it like it was yesterday.
My friend Andrew showed me the coolest trick when cutting an avocado. He cut a slit into the skin, stopping right at the pit, rolled it on it’s side, and then spun it around.
Not only did he look cool doing it, but he quickly and easily made a perfect incision around the circumference of the fruit\!
Since learning his trick, I am always the one people turn to to quickly cut a ton of avocados when making a big bowl of [guacamole](https://www.evolvingtable.com/quick-easy-guacamole-2/) or this yummy [Avocado Corn Salad](https://www.evolvingtable.com/avocado-corn-salad/).
And you will become that, too! Because what you’ll find below is hands down the BEST and easiest way to cut an avocado.
## What is an Avocado?
Before we start slicing and dicing, you need to know the basic anatomy of an avocado.
So… what IS an avocado?
Avocados are technically a **fruit** since they are a **single-seeded “berry.”** However, they are savory enough that some like to consider them as more of a vegetable.
Avocados have a relatively tough outer layer called their “**skin**” that you definitely don’t want to eat. Often you can also find ones with a “**stem**.”
Once an avocado is cut in half you will see a **large brown seed**, or **“pit,”** surrounded by a **bright green edible flesh**.
They are composed almost entirely of **monounsaturated fat** and make an excellent, low-carb, creamy addition to your favorite dishes.
## Step-by-step Instructions
*Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.*
### Slice and Spin (my secret trick!)
**Lay** the avocado on a stable cutting board and use a chef’s knife to slice it in half lengthwise until you reach the pit.
**Turn** the avocado onto its side and slowly spin it while continuing to **cut it in half** with the knife. When the avocado has been cut in half, give the two halves a **gentle twist** in opposite directions.
### Hit the pit.
Setting the half with the pit still embedded in it cut-side up on the cutting board, very carefully **hit the center of the pit with your knife**. Make sure there are no hands or fingers on the cutting board while doing this, to avoid injury.
### Rotate and remove.
Holding the knife in one hand and the avocado half in the other, **gently twist the pit** until it loosens. It should pop right out, still embedded in the blade of the knife.
If it doesn’t work on the first try, you may need to hit the pit again to **go a little deeper** with the knife. Using a sharp knife at this stage is helpful, as cuts tend to be cleaner and go deeper on the first try.
**Pro Tip:** The pit can be removed from the knife by carefully pressing on it with your thumb and pointer finger, from the non-sharp side of the blade. A paper towel can be laid across the knife to protect your fingers from avocado residue, but it may make it harder to see the pit.
### Cut into slices or cubes.
To make **slices**, use a small paring knife to **cut thin vertical slices** into the avocado while it’s still inside the skin.
For **cubes**, cut slightly thicker strips, about \½-inch wide. First **slice either horizontally or vertically**, then rotate the avocado 90 degrees and **cut in the opposite direction**, crosswise.
### Alternate Method: Quarter and peel.
Once the avocado is **cut** in half, and the **pit removed**, **halve** each side lengthwise once more, making **four even quarters**. From there, it’s easy to remove and discard the skin with a spoon.
Place the avocado cut-side down on the cutting board, and either thinly slice or dice it as desired.
### Scoop and serve.
Once the avocado is sliced to your liking, it’s time to remove it from the skin. Using a large spoon, **gently scoop under the edge of the skin** and begin loosening the pieces.
Follow the inside surface of the skin all the way down and around the avocado to ensure you get it all out. Be very gentle at this stage, so that the flesh isn’t damaged too badly.
## How to Pick Avocados
When selecting avocados at the grocery store there are **three things you’ll want to look for** in order to pick the best ones:
- **Color**. Avocados with a darker skin are generally ripe and ready to eat. Lighter, more green avocados can normally use a few more days to ripen fully.
- **Firmness**. Avocados are best to eat when they are slightly softened, but not completely mushy. You’ll want them to give a little bit when you apply firm but gentle pressure. Buy slightly harder, less ripe avocados if you are planning to use them a few days after purchasing.
- **Stem**. A quick trick I like to use to confirm an avocado’s ripeness is to peel back the stem. If it is a beautiful green underneath and the stem peels easily, the avocado is ripe and ready to eat.
## FAQs
****Should you refrigerate avocados?****
If your avocados are still unripe, leave them out at room temperature until they are ready to eat. If you have some perfectly ripe avocados that you won’t be able to get to for a few days, pop them into the refrigerator.
****Why does cut avocado turn brown so quickly?****
Sliced avocado will quickly start turning brown due to a process called oxidation, where the flesh is exposed to the air, generating an enzymatic reaction. To prevent this, cut avocado should be quickly mixed or tossed in lemon or lime juice, as it lowers the pH level and stops the browning process.
****Can you still ripen a cut avocado?****
To give a cut avocado more time to ripen, leave the pit inside and rub both halves with lemon juice. Press them tightly together, and wrap it firmly in plastic wrap, so that no air can reach the flesh. Store it in the fridge for another few days.
**How to store an avocado?**
**To store an avocado,** it’s best to use freshly sliced avocado immediately after cutting. However, unskinned halves can be wrapped in plastic wrap, gently pressed down to cover the exposed flesh, to prevent browning. It can be stored in the fridge like this for up to 2 days.
**How to freeze an avocado?**
**To freeze an avocado**, place cut slices or chunks on a wax paper-lined baking sheet, and freeze for up to 2 hours, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag with as much air removed as possible. Like this, avocado can be frozen for up to 3-4 months. Frozen avocado should be **thawed in the fridge** or at room temperature.
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## How to Cut an Avocado (Easy Method!)
By: [London Brazil](https://www.evolvingtable.com/about-london/)
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### Instructions
- **Slice** the avocado lengthwise until you feel the knife hit the pit. Turn the avocado on its side and spin it while continuing to cut it in half with the knife.
1 avocado
- **Twist** the two halves to separate them once the avocado is completely cut down the center.
- Carefully **hit the pit** with your knife to remove it. Rotate the pit until it loosens and lift up.
- **Remove** the pit from the knife by pressing on it from the unsharpened side with your thumb and pointer finger until it dislodges.
#### Classic Method
- For slices, use a knife to **cut** thin slices of avocado.
- For cubes, cut slightly thicker strips, about \½-inch wide. Rotate the avocado 90-degrees and **cut** additional \½-inch wide slices.
- Once your slices/cubes are done, simply **scoop** them out using a large spoon.
#### Alternative Method
- Once the avocado is **cut** in half and the pit is removed, cut each halve in half lengthwise.
1 avocado
- **Remove** and discard the skin from each quarter.
- Place the avocado cut-side down on a cutting board and either **thinly slice** it or **dice** it.
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### Notes
- **Storage:** Unskinned halves can be wrapped in plastic wrap, gently pressed down to cover the exposed flesh, to prevent browning. It can be stored in the fridge like this for up to 2 days.
- **Citrus:** Either tossing or mixing cut avocado with lemon or lime juice keeps it green and fresh, and adds amazing flavor.
- **Ripeness:** Along with the color and texture of the avocado, ripeness can be checked by whether the stem comes off easily and is green underneath.
- **Freezing tips:** Pureed avocado frozen in ice cube trays makes for a creamy, dairy-free addition to smoothies.
### Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 7mg, Potassium: 487mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 147IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 1mg
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A ripe avocado deserves a clean cut.
I remember it like it was yesterday.
My friend Andrew showed me the coolest trick when cutting an avocado. He cut a slit into the skin, stopping right at the pit, rolled it on it’s side, and then spun it around.
Not only did he look cool doing it, but he quickly and easily made a perfect incision around the circumference of the fruit\!
Since learning his trick, I am always the one people turn to to quickly cut a ton of avocados when making a big bowl of [guacamole](https://www.evolvingtable.com/quick-easy-guacamole-2/) or this yummy [Avocado Corn Salad](https://www.evolvingtable.com/avocado-corn-salad/).
And you will become that, too! Because what you’ll find below is hands down the BEST and easiest way to cut an avocado.
## What is an Avocado?
Before we start slicing and dicing, you need to know the basic anatomy of an avocado.
So… what IS an avocado?
Avocados are technically a **fruit** since they are a **single-seeded “berry.”** However, they are savory enough that some like to consider them as more of a vegetable.
Avocados have a relatively tough outer layer called their “**skin**” that you definitely don’t want to eat. Often you can also find ones with a “**stem**.”
Once an avocado is cut in half you will see a **large brown seed**, or **“pit,”** surrounded by a **bright green edible flesh**.
They are composed almost entirely of **monounsaturated fat** and make an excellent, low-carb, creamy addition to your favorite dishes.
## Step-by-step Instructions
*Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.*
### Slice and Spin (my secret trick!)
**Lay** the avocado on a stable cutting board and use a chef’s knife to slice it in half lengthwise until you reach the pit.
**Turn** the avocado onto its side and slowly spin it while continuing to **cut it in half** with the knife. When the avocado has been cut in half, give the two halves a **gentle twist** in opposite directions.
### Hit the pit.
Setting the half with the pit still embedded in it cut-side up on the cutting board, very carefully **hit the center of the pit with your knife**. Make sure there are no hands or fingers on the cutting board while doing this, to avoid injury.
### Rotate and remove.
Holding the knife in one hand and the avocado half in the other, **gently twist the pit** until it loosens. It should pop right out, still embedded in the blade of the knife.
If it doesn’t work on the first try, you may need to hit the pit again to **go a little deeper** with the knife. Using a sharp knife at this stage is helpful, as cuts tend to be cleaner and go deeper on the first try.
**Pro Tip:** The pit can be removed from the knife by carefully pressing on it with your thumb and pointer finger, from the non-sharp side of the blade. A paper towel can be laid across the knife to protect your fingers from avocado residue, but it may make it harder to see the pit.
### Cut into slices or cubes.
To make **slices**, use a small paring knife to **cut thin vertical slices** into the avocado while it’s still inside the skin.
For **cubes**, cut slightly thicker strips, about \½-inch wide. First **slice either horizontally or vertically**, then rotate the avocado 90 degrees and **cut in the opposite direction**, crosswise.
### Alternate Method: Quarter and peel.
Once the avocado is **cut** in half, and the **pit removed**, **halve** each side lengthwise once more, making **four even quarters**. From there, it’s easy to remove and discard the skin with a spoon.
Place the avocado cut-side down on the cutting board, and either thinly slice or dice it as desired.
### Scoop and serve.
Once the avocado is sliced to your liking, it’s time to remove it from the skin. Using a large spoon, **gently scoop under the edge of the skin** and begin loosening the pieces.
Follow the inside surface of the skin all the way down and around the avocado to ensure you get it all out. Be very gentle at this stage, so that the flesh isn’t damaged too badly.
## How to Pick Avocados
When selecting avocados at the grocery store there are **three things you’ll want to look for** in order to pick the best ones:
- **Color**. Avocados with a darker skin are generally ripe and ready to eat. Lighter, more green avocados can normally use a few more days to ripen fully.
- **Firmness**. Avocados are best to eat when they are slightly softened, but not completely mushy. You’ll want them to give a little bit when you apply firm but gentle pressure. Buy slightly harder, less ripe avocados if you are planning to use them a few days after purchasing.
- **Stem**. A quick trick I like to use to confirm an avocado’s ripeness is to peel back the stem. If it is a beautiful green underneath and the stem peels easily, the avocado is ripe and ready to eat.
## FAQs
****Should you refrigerate avocados?****
If your avocados are still unripe, leave them out at room temperature until they are ready to eat. If you have some perfectly ripe avocados that you won’t be able to get to for a few days, pop them into the refrigerator.
****Why does cut avocado turn brown so quickly?****
Sliced avocado will quickly start turning brown due to a process called oxidation, where the flesh is exposed to the air, generating an enzymatic reaction. To prevent this, cut avocado should be quickly mixed or tossed in lemon or lime juice, as it lowers the pH level and stops the browning process.
****Can you still ripen a cut avocado?****
To give a cut avocado more time to ripen, leave the pit inside and rub both halves with lemon juice. Press them tightly together, and wrap it firmly in plastic wrap, so that no air can reach the flesh. Store it in the fridge for another few days.
**How to store an avocado?**
**To store an avocado,** it’s best to use freshly sliced avocado immediately after cutting. However, unskinned halves can be wrapped in plastic wrap, gently pressed down to cover the exposed flesh, to prevent browning. It can be stored in the fridge like this for up to 2 days.
**How to freeze an avocado?**
**To freeze an avocado**, place cut slices or chunks on a wax paper-lined baking sheet, and freeze for up to 2 hours, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag with as much air removed as possible. Like this, avocado can be frozen for up to 3-4 months. Frozen avocado should be **thawed in the fridge** or at room temperature.
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- **Slice** the avocado lengthwise until you feel the knife hit the pit. Turn the avocado on its side and spin it while continuing to cut it in half with the knife.
1 avocado
- **Twist** the two halves to separate them once the avocado is completely cut down the center.
- Carefully **hit the pit** with your knife to remove it. Rotate the pit until it loosens and lift up.
- **Remove** the pit from the knife by pressing on it from the unsharpened side with your thumb and pointer finger until it dislodges.
#### Classic Method
- For slices, use a knife to **cut** thin slices of avocado.
- For cubes, cut slightly thicker strips, about \½-inch wide. Rotate the avocado 90-degrees and **cut** additional \½-inch wide slices.
- Once your slices/cubes are done, simply **scoop** them out using a large spoon.
#### Alternative Method
- Once the avocado is **cut** in half and the pit is removed, cut each halve in half lengthwise.
1 avocado
- **Remove** and discard the skin from each quarter.
- Place the avocado cut-side down on a cutting board and either **thinly slice** it or **dice** it.
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- **Storage:** Unskinned halves can be wrapped in plastic wrap, gently pressed down to cover the exposed flesh, to prevent browning. It can be stored in the fridge like this for up to 2 days.
- **Citrus:** Either tossing or mixing cut avocado with lemon or lime juice keeps it green and fresh, and adds amazing flavor.
- **Ripeness:** Along with the color and texture of the avocado, ripeness can be checked by whether the stem comes off easily and is green underneath.
- **Freezing tips:** Pureed avocado frozen in ice cube trays makes for a creamy, dairy-free addition to smoothies.
Calories: 161kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 7mg, Potassium: 487mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 147IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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