This avocado spread recipe is a creamy and decadent addition to sandwiches and toast. It’s made with healthy vegan ingredients, including lemon and garlic.
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Every summer, I find myself in a love affair with avocados. Of course, I enjoy them at all times of the year, but something about the warm weather just keeps me coming back for more…and more…and yep, still more!
Usually I keep avocados in stock to make guacamole or to add to fresh tomato sandwiches, but occasionally I’ll get a little more creative. I first experimented with this avocado sandwich spread recipe in 2016 on a visit to my family in Philly. I could not get over its versatility!
Whether it was on my egg, lettuce, and tomato sandwich for lunch or next to scrambled eggs for breakfast, garlicky avocado spread was the perfect condiment for every meal. It’s a wonderful substitution for mayo for those of you who can’t eat eggs or want something a little healthier.
So, as summer 2020 begins, it’s time to celebrate my favorite “seasonal” food with an update of this recipe for you to try! I can’t believe it’s been 4 years since I first made it. I can’t wait to enjoy it on repeat over the next few months.
Looking for some more avocado recipes while you’re here? Check out the Avocado Mango Smoothie or Avocado Chocolate Mousse while you’re here!
How to Make Homemade Avocado Spread
The popularity of avocados has really taken off in recent years, so of course you can now buy avocado spread from the store instead of making it at home. But in my opinion, this healthy homemade version is the way to go! It has minimal ingredients and takes just 5 minutes to prepare.
Here’s how to do it:
- Combine the flesh of a ripe avocado, lemon juice, minced garlic cloves, salt, and olive oil in a food processor.
- Pulse until smooth!
If you don’t have a food processor, you can also use a high-powered Blender like a Vitamix.
Isn’t she a beaut?! I love the stunning green color of this avocado spread, and it was fun to compare the new photos I took with those from 2016. The color hasn’t changed a bit! I did make some small modifications to the recipe, though, and I think the flavor is just perfect now.
Some of you may be wondering if this recipe falls victim to the dreaded avocado color change that occurs when they are exposed to the air. Fortunately, it does not! The spread stays nice and green thanks to the lemon juice.
Serving Suggestions
Here are my favorite ways to enjoy avocado spread!
- On toast (tastes great topped with fresh tomatoes in the summer!)
- As a sandwich spread
- As a veggie dip
- With tortilla chips
- Cooked into scrambled eggs
How long does avocado spread last?
Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days. It doesn’t usually separate, but make sure to give the spread a good stir before using.
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Avocado Spread
Equipment
- blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado - pit and skin removed
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice - from ½ lemon, more to taste
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt - more to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor or high-powered blender. Pulse or blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Notes
- You can use this spread on sandwiches and toasts or as a dip for veggies and tortilla chips.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.
Nutrition
Have a healthy week! – Lizzie
This post was originally published in August 2016. It was updated with new photos and tips in June 2020.
Wendy levy
This is a favourite of mine, I make buckwheat blinis and couple this spread with smoked salmon topped with dill for a Christmas canapé.
As I can’t have garlic, I use garlic infused avocado oil, and swap between lemon or lime juice with white pepper to give it a little zing.
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
Yum! It sounds like you used this spread for a delicious recipe! Thank you so much for the review!
Janice
This is the most surprising taste. There is also a spicy flavor in this mix. Not sure what makes that flavor. I love it! I use 1/2 the oil called for and lemon juice from a bottle was all I had on hand. My avocado was very ripe. This pairs so well on toast and boiled eggs! Thanks for this easy recipe to add avocado to my diet!
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
Hi Janice, I’m so glad you liked this recipe!! Thanks for leaving a review!
Josie
Thanks for sharing ! Taste wonderful & amazing on toast ! I modify it a little instead fresh garlic I use garlic salt & add chipotle seasoning. It’s yummy 😋
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
Hi Josie, I’m so glad you’re enjoying the recipe! Thanks for your review!
Jackie
It went well with tuna, provolone and tomato!
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
I’m glad to hear it was a winning combo!
Michael T Cricco
Delish !!
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
I’m glad to hear you enjoyed it!!
Sarah
Mmmm this is my favourite as a quick snack or entertaining people when they are over not one bad comment even a person who don’t eat avocado was smashing it down like no tomorrow lol
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN
That’s great! Thanks for letting me know. I’m glad that you enjoy it!
John
Great with blue corn chps!
Lizzie
Awesome! Sounds like a great combination. So glad you’re enjoying the recipe!
Jessie
Where is the garlic?
Lizzie
Whoops! Looks like when I transferred over the recipe, I typed “2 cloves cloves” when I meant “2 cloves garlic” … thanks for pointing that out, it’s now updated. Hope you love the recipe!
thefriendlyepicurean
Love the green color!
Lizzie McManus, MS
The more green, the better, right?! I wish they had avocado-colored everything, haha. Thanks for stopping by!
Ellanor Aquitaine
I absolutely adore avocados as well. This colour looks so great. 🙂
Lizzie McManus, MS
They are the best! Thanks for stopping by! Let me know if you try it out 🙂 – Lizzie
Infoélla
Yummy!! I have to try this!!!
Tonee
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Lizzie McManus, MS
Thanks Tonee!! It’s delicious 🙂