The health benefits of avocado
• Anticholesterothe. It is a source of phytosterols, regulators of the level of “bad” cholesterol (LDL).
• Heart protection. It is rich in oleic acid (monounsaturated) and source of linoleic acid (polyunsaturated), regulators of the level of triglycerides and “good” cholesterol.
• Rich in fiber. It regulates intestinal transit and blood sugar (blood sugar level).
• Appetite suppressant. He dope the feeling of satiety.
• Vitamin. It contains provitamin A (visual acuity), as well as vitamins C (antioxidant) and K (blood clotting). It is rich in vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B9 (necessary for metabolism), and vitamin E (which boosts the immune system).
• Remineralizing. Thanks to its high content in particular of potassium, copper, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc.
• Detoxifying. By the action of glutathione, an antioxidant capable of binding to toxicants (heavy metals, solvents, pesticides) and transforming them into compounds that can be eliminated
His identity card (for 100 g)
- 160 kCal
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 14.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.5 g
- Fiber: 6.7 g
The lawyer in all its forms
Which variety to use? The Hass avocado, with its grainy skin, is the most famous variety. Its buttery flavor is reminiscent of hazelnut. Its thick skin protects its flesh from shocks (and therefore “bruises”) during transport.
How to choose it? Green when unripe, avocado turns brown when ripe. It is flexible under the pressure of the finger and its peduncle is easily detached. It’s ready to eat!
Can we accelerate its maturation? Avocado ripens faster with a few bananas. Another trick is to wrap it in newspaper.
A tip for storing it Leave the core of the 1/2 avocado not eaten in place and sprinkle it with lemon juice to prevent its flesh from oxidizing. We wrap in stretch film, and hop in the refrigerator!
Do you know avocado oil? Emerald in color, it seduces with its sweet flavor, with buttery notes. We choose it virgin, first cold pressing. Velvety, it coats both steamed vegetables and grilled fish fillets. It also supports baking (soft) and can replace butter in pastry: in a chocolate cake, for example.
Cooked or raw? Good in both cases: grilled, mashed in a cake (sweet or savory) or a soup.
Sweet version: avocado is a fruit to taste sprinkled with whole sugar (as in Brazil) or in silky foam, mixed with cocoa and banana. It can even be enjoyed as an ice cream.
Good marriages? With fruits (pineapple, mango, pomelo, grapes, strawberries), fresh herbs (dill, coriander, mint), cheese (for example blue cheese) …
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