HASS AVOCADOS AND BURGERS
naturally good fats
cholesterol free
FUN FACTS ABOUT AVOCADOS AND BURGERS
Though guacamole is still the #1 way Americans love
to eat avocados – more than half of avocado users
enjoy them on sandwiches or burgersi
According to an annual trend report from Baum +
Whiteman, “17 Hottest Food and Dining Trends for
Restaurants & Hotels,” burger chains are embracing the “gourmet boom” and adding more premium
toppings to their offerings. The report alerts readers
to watch out for the “gilded burger,” which includes
guacamole, pineapple, mushrooms and crispy onionsii
AVOCADOS CAN BE PART OF A HEALTHY DIET
There are many great reasons to include avocados in your diet:
Avocados contribute good fats to your diet
When eaten in moderation and used to replace saturated or trans
fats, monounsaturated fats, like those found in Hass Avocados,
can help reduce blood cholesterol levels and lower risk factors
for heart disease
Avocados contain 81 micrograms of the carotenoids lutein +
zeaxanthin per serving. Research suggests these carotenoids
may help maintain eye health as we age
Avocados act as a “nutrient booster” by helping the body better
absorb fat-soluble nutrients from foods they are eaten with
One-fifth of a medium avocado (1 oz.) has 50 calories and
contributes nearly 20 vitamins and minerals and beneficial plant
compounds, making it a nutrient-dense food choice that can
enhance the nutrient quality of your diet
Avocados are virtually the only fruit that contains monounsaturated
fat, and they are sodium, cholesterol and trans-fat free
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CREATIVE TIPS FOR DELICIOUS BURGER AND SANDWICH TOPPERS
Fresh avocado is delicious and a satisfying addition to meals. Add avocado for great taste or
substitute in place of other toppings that contain saturated fat. Try these super simple 3-minute
toppers that are great for burgers, sandwiches or wraps:
Switch it Up: Substitute avocado in place of other toppings that contain saturated fat
Spread the Green: Use avocado in place of mayonnaise or other condiments higher
in saturated fat
Go for the “Easy A”: Simply layer with slices of fresh Hass Avocado
Rethink the Dip: Top with freshly-made guacamole
Do the Avo-Mash: Mash fresh avocado and mix with a squeeze of lemon and dash of pepper
Turn Up the Heat: Dice avocado and tomato and toss with fresh cilantro, mint or basil and
a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce
Jazz up a Classic: Cube avocado and add it to fresh or store-bought salsa
Keep it Simple: Scoop avocado right on top of a burger, sandwich or wrap. A serving (1 oz) of fresh
Hass Avocado contains 50 calories and contributes nearly 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients
that can enhance the nutrient quality of your diet. One-half of a medium Hass Avocado is 2.5 servings
and contains 130 calories
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Cooper Roberts Research. Avocado Tracking Study. Fall 2012. Prepared for Hass Avocado Board, October 2012.
Available at: http://www.avohq.com/assets/pdf/HAB_US_Tracking_Study-Fall%202012.pdf. Accessed on October 26, 2012.
i
Baum & Whiteman. 17 Hottest Food and Dining Trends for Restaurants & Hotels, 2013. Available at:
http://www.baumwhiteman.com/2013trends.pdf. Accessed on October 26, 2012.
ii
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