IRVINE, CA — “The California Avocado is a native American plant with a long, distinguished history. Today, the most popular variety is the Hass. The mother tree of all Hass avocados was born in a backyard in La Habra Heights. California Avocados are generally in season from spring through summer with some California-grown avocados available earlier or later depending on location. During peak season, California Avocados are available at stores around the United States, with distribution in California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Oregon and Washington, and in select grocery stores around the rest of the United States. All California Avocados should be labeled with a sticker or label of origin.”
“California Avocados are ethically sourced, meaning they are grown responsibly and with integrity. California Avocado growers are independent farmers who are governed by laws and regulations of the State of California and the United States that require stringent food safety and labor practices. In addition, for California Avocados ethical sourcing includes safeguarding the well-being of workers, the environment and the community. Produce managers at your local grocery store are a great resource for answering questions and helping you find exactly what you’re looking for. Let them know your preference for locally grown fruit. Many farmer’s markets carry California Avocados when in season. Just be sure to ask the grower/vendor if their avocados are from California.”
“California Avocados can be enjoyed by anyone at any age. Its creamy consistency makes it one of the first fresh foods a baby can enjoy. A 50-gram serving of avocados provides 6 grams of unsaturated fats, known to be important for normal growth and development of the central nervous system and brain. Kids love to dip vegetables into guacamole, teens and adults enjoy avocado sliced on salads and spread on sandwiches, and older adults savor the health qualities of those fats with benefits.”
“California Avocados can seamlessly appear at any meal or snack. They are a nutritional powerhouse. Add them to smoothies, omelets, soups, salads, vegetable bowls, burgers and more for a creamy, buttery taste you crave and the nutrition your body needs. Nutrient-dense foods are those that provide substantial amounts of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients with relatively few calories. Because of the fat profile of avocados, it’s not surprising that many vegans use them in lieu of dairy or eggs. Try them instead of mayonnaise in tuna salad, for example, or in breakfast smoothies.”
The sumptuous flavors of Lebanese cuisine, including roasted peppers, garlic, chickpeas, and spices blend with fresh California Avocados in this zesty guacamole.
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