Avocado’s Best Friend: The One Ingredient You’re Not Using (But Should Be!)

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Balances Fats – The tangy zing balances avocado’s natural fattiness for a more complex taste.

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Aromatic Appeal – The fragrance of citrus zest makes dishes more appetizing instantly.

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Improves Digestion – Citrus peels contain compounds that may aid in digestion when used in small amounts.

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Enhances Guacamole – A bit of lime or orange zest takes guac to the next level—vibrant and unexpected.

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Great on Toast – Sprinkle lemon zest over avocado toast with chili flakes and sea salt for next-level flavor.

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Works in Sweet Dishes – Citrus-zested avocado mousse? Yes, please.

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Nutrient Boost – Zest adds vitamin C and antioxidants with zero effort.

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