Homegrown Happiness: Fresh & Flavorful California From Sunrise Smoothies to Sunset Melts – All Things Avo, All Month Long

Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, light lunch, or satisfying dinner, these dishes are sure to inspire your culinary creativity and elevate your meals with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Dive in and discover the joy of meals with avocados all month long.

Rise & Shine – Avocado Breakfast Bowl

Start your day off right with this nutritious and colorful dish that combines protein-packed quinoa, creamy avocado, and a sunny-side up egg. This simple yet delicious meal is perfect for a hearty breakfast or a brunch gathering.

Serves 2

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted, chopped 
• 10-12 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 eggs, fried, sunny-side up
• ⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In individual serving bowls, add quinoa and top with a fried egg.
2. Layer on tomatoes and avocado.
3. Sprinkle with feta cheese.
4. Season to taste and serve immediately.

California Cool – Avocado & Berry Smoothie

A refreshing blend of creamy avocado and vibrant berries, this delicious, nutrient-packed drink is a delightful way to start your day or refuel after a workout.

Serves 2

Ingredients

• Flesh from 1 large avocado
• 2 cups strawberries
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt  
• 1 cup milk of choice

Instructions

1. Add avocado, berries, yogurt, and milk to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Serve immediately with garnish of choice.

Hearty Good – Avocado Melt Sandwich

Fall in love with the creamy goodness of this wholesome sandwich, a deliciously simple dish perfect for any time of day. With a delightful combination of melted sharp cheddar and creamy avocado, it’s both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Serves 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices of bread of choice, toasted
• Sharp cheddar cheese, thickly sliced
• 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, mashed
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Add cheese to each slice of toast and carefully broil until melted.
2. Remove from the broiler and top with avo-mash.
3. Salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble sandwiches and serve immediately. 

Summer Garden Fresh – Avocado Basil Pasta

Serves 2

Creamy Avocado Sauce Ingredients

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing dish. The creamy avocado sauce, paired with fresh cherry tomatoes and basil, creates a deliciously light meal that’s perfect for warm-weather dining.

• 1 avocado, peeled, pitted
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice 
• 1 clove garlic 
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1-3 Tbsp water to adjust creaminess if desired

Creamy Avocado Sauce Instructions

1. Place all sauce ingredients into a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Add water one tablespoon at a time until you achieve the ideal creaminess.
4. Set aside.

Pasta Ingredients

• Penne pasta, cooked as desired 
• 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, cubed
• 12 cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
• ⅓ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese, finely grated

Instructions

1. Add sauce to drained pasta and stir to combine.
2. Spoon into serving bowls.
3. Add avocado cubes, tomato slices, basil leaves, and dust with parmesan cheese.
4. Serve immediately.