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South Africans are really lucky to have avocados available almost all year round, thanks to our farmers growing both\u00a0green-skinned and dark-skinned avos<\/a>. That means a nearly year-long supply of these two equally delectable (slightly addictive!) fruits.<\/p>\n

Buttery, creamy green-skinned avo varieties include Fuerte, Edranol, Ryan, Reed and Pinkerton, and are available from March until October. Hass, Maluma Hass and Lamb Hass are all rich, nutty dark-skinned avos that are available from March until November.<\/p>\n

Although avocados may vary in colour, shape and size, they are all extremely beneficial and versatile.<\/p>\n

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Both dark-skinned and green-skinned avos can be included as part of a\u00a0healthy eating plan<\/a>\u00a0as they are virtually sodium-free and are sources of potassium (half an avo provides 420mg of potassium). Their high monounsaturated fat content helps to reduce blood cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of\u00a0heart disease<\/a>\u00a0when used to replace saturated and trans fats in a balanced diet.<\/p>\n

Both types are incredibly useful in building healthy immune systems. For a start, they\u2019re a source of fibre (5.3g fibre per 100g), which is excellent for good\u00a0gut health<\/a>. Gut bacteria regulate the immune system and protect against invading pathogens that cause disease. In fact, more than 65% of our immune system \u2018lives\u2019 in our gut. Dark and green avos are also high in copper (33%) and contain the antioxidants lycopene and beta-carotene, all of which support, maintain and regulate immune function.<\/p>\n

When it comes to getting creative in the kitchen, dark-skinned and green-skinned avos shine equally brightly, as there\u2019s no end to their uses in snacks, light meals, starters, main meals, desserts, bakes and even sweet treats.<\/p>\n

On the shelves right now are Fuerte avos (March to July), known for their typical egg shape and buttery texture; Maluma Hass avos (March to July) distinguished by their rich, nutty taste; and Hass avos (May to October), revered for their creamy, slightly nutty taste.<\/p>\n

As a green-skinned avo, Fuerte remains green when ripe, while the dark-skinned Maluma Hass and Hass avos turn purple-black when ready to eat.<\/p>\n

No matter what you\u2019re indulging in this winter, add an avo \u2013 green\u00a0and<\/em>\u00a0dark \u2013 for double the deliciousness!<\/p>\n

For further information and avo recipes, visit\u00a0www.avocado.co.za<\/a>, like\u00a0@iloveavocadoSA.co.za<\/a>\u00a0on Facebook and follow\u00a0@iloveavossa<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

South Africans are really lucky to have avocados available almost all year round, thanks to our farmers growing both\u00a0green-skinned and dark-skinned avos. That means a nearly year-long supply of these two equally delectable (slightly addictive!) fruits. Buttery, creamy green-skinned avo varieties include Fuerte, Edranol, Ryan, Reed and Pinkerton, and are available from March until October. 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