Avocado
Native Range: | Mexico |
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Season: | Harvested in Florida from late May through March. |
Description: | Typical size is 2 1/2 to 14 inches long. Flesh is yellow-green to yellow, creamy with a slightly nutty flavor. |
Handling and Storage: | Allow to ripen at room temperature until soft. Best eaten fresh or may be refrigerated one to three days. |
Uses: | Use fresh and in salads, guacamole and dips. |
Nutrition Information: | Low in fat, no cholesterol, good source of protein, potassium, iron, and vitamins C and B. |
