Putting avocado and cream in the same title is almost redundant; avocados by their very nature have one of the creamiest textures in the fruit kingdom, as any guacamole lover can attest. Avocado has fantastic proportions of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, especially potassium. In fact, avocados contain more potassium than bananas, making them ideal for combating the potassium loss that can occur because of dehydration. Whether on a cracker or over a dish, this creamy dollop guarantees you both fantastic taste and superb nutrition.

　　

Ingredients

makes 1 cup

　　1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled

　　1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro (optional)

　　1 tablespoon water

　　1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice

　　1/4 teaspoon sea salt

　　

Step 1

Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Do a FASS check. You may want to add some extra lime juice or a pinch of salt.

　　

Variation

Step 2

Goes with Rockin’ Black Bean Soup (page 71) and Black Bean Hummus (page 132), and also makes a great sandwich spread.

　　

rebecca’s notes

Step 3

Want a little heat? Add a pinch of cayenne. Want a bright taste? Add a few tablespoons of chopped fresh mint.

　　

storage

Step 4

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days.

　　

nutrition information

Step 5

(per serving)

　　

Step 6

Calories: 15

　　

Step 7

Total Fat: 1.3g (0.2g saturated, 0.8g monounsaturated)

　　

Step 8

Carbohydrates: 1g

　　

Step 9

Protein: 0g

　　

Step 10

Fiber: 1g

　　

Step 11

Sodium: 40mg

　　Excerpted from The Cancer Fighting Kitchen, copyright 2017 by Rebecca Katz and Met Edelson. Published with permission by Ten Speed Press.