This idea appeared in the Food Network Magazine in January, 2013.
I added my herb and flower crystals as another choice in spicing up these slices of avocados. For more information see my post Herb and Flower Crystals for Sweet and Savory Dishes and some ways to use them.
Avocados with a Twist
- avocados
- poppy seeds and a salt of your choice; bacon and smoked paprika; Old Bay Seasoning and Maldon sea salt is always a good choice – I have kosher, Himalayan Pink Salt, Truffle Salt and Vanilla Sea Salt to name a few
- use any combination of spices/herbs that are special to you
- herb and flower crystals (see comment below)
Easy on the salt and add to taste. I recommend tasting the mixtures before you dip the avocado slices.The same with the smoked paprika – add only a little to give the bacon a smokey flavor.
Cut an avocado in half and twist in opposite directions; remove the pit and peel. Press the rounded side into seeds, spices or my favorite, chopped bacon. Slice and serve on top of a salad. I sliced the halves first, then dipped in the different seasonings.
Comment: I first discovered these beautiful and tasty little crystals 2 years ago and I use them in the winter or when I do not have access to these fresh flavors. I have basil, cilantro, fennel, hibiscus, mint and rose; check out Herb and Flower Crystals for my complete post on these lovely crystals. They are not like the fresh herbs from my garden but during the winter when herbs come in little packets these are a great substitute. If the crystals do not stick good, crush them up a bit!
Recipe by cooking with aunt juju http://cookingwithauntjuju.com/2016/01/20/avocados-with-a-twist/
I’m sharing some ideas on how to add a little pizzazz to avocados with Angie @ Fiesta Friday and her two co-hosts this week Sonal @ Simply Vegetarian and Petra @ Food Eat Love.
That looks easy but delicious. I have to eat at least 2 avocados a week, so this would be a great twist to my usual recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Lucky you – 2 avocados + is a lot – I’m lucky to have them once a month! You can use any seasonings you would like just to kick them up a notch!
I love avocados and you’ve dressed them up for company. I’ve never heard of crystals so heading over now to check out your link.
I love them too Julie – the crystals are fun and they do taste good. They add a little crunch to recipes.
Love this unique idea!!
Thanks – I thought the same thing when I saw them in the Food Magazine.
What a great idea to be dressing up those avocado slices, they look all ready to be put on show, quite lovely!
Thanks so much Loretta – last minute thought to bring out my flower/herb crystals. They add a nice crunch and a different flavor!
What a great way to add crunch to an avocado! Yummy!
Thanks Antonia – and easy to too!
I have not seen these edible crystals before. Wonderful twist to avocado Aunt Juju 👍😋
Thanks Ana – an interesting company out in California – they sell a lot of microgreens too – big demand in restaurants.
So unique! What a lovely way to dress up avocados for a party… I bet their delicious too. Thanks for sharing your idea, Judi…it’s a new one for me!
I thought so too Nancy – just pick your flavors !
So easy and unique to add different flavor profiles to food. I’ll have to look into finding some of those! Photos are gorgeous too!
The crystals are fun to use year-round and add a little crunch and a nice flavor. Thanks for the comment about my pictures – all indoors !
I like this Judi! I have never really done much with avocados so this would be a great thing to try! Also, they look lovely!
Me either Lyn – I especially liked using bacon!
I love them!!
This is beautiful aunt juju!!
Thanks Sonal – the avocados are “dressed up” a bit!
I like that dressing sense 😉
I think I actually remember this recipe from that issue! I love your flavor combos; they sound delicious. I’ve also never heard of flower crystals before, so thanks for introducing me to something new!
I enjoy the Food Network Magazine – they always have some fun ideas! I don’t use the herb/flower crystals a lot because I do prefer the fresh. They do add a little crunch and some flavor to many dishes.
Interesting Judi. Will have to look for these!
I had to order them – the information is included in my other post Herb and Flower Crystals for Sweet and Savory Dishes. They are fun to use and taste good too!
Excellent idea! Great for dinner parties where you need to amp it up! 🙂
Thanks – avocados lend themselves to many different flavors 🙂
Wow this sounds easy -yet delicious recipe Aunt Juju…
Very easy Chitra – just pick your spices/seasonings 🙂
How splendid! Yum!
Thanks so much 🙂 A very comforting cup of hot chocolate!
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