Your newfound tolerance for avocado doesn’t have to stop at tacos. Make some room for the superfood in burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, nachos, and zesty rice bowls. [2] X Research source Mexican food and avocado go together like peanut butter and jelly. Even if you don’t usually dig the fruit on its own, you may find that you enjoy it with the right complementary flavors.

Liven up a dull midweek dinner by adding 1 or 2 avocados to a chicken, breakfast, or creamy tuna-noodle casserole (all loaded with cheese, of course).

The oily green offender will literally melt into a grilled cheese or pressed panini, leaving only an Astroturf-colored smear to remind you of what you’re eating. Avocado also makes a great topping for a juicy cheeseburger, especially one prepared “California-style” with sliced ripe tomatoes, red onion rings, and sharp cheddar cheese. [5] X Research source

Avocado oil’s high smoke point makes it especially good for searing, pan-frying, and other cooking methods that rely on intense heat.

A dash of one or more potent spices like ground cumin, garlic, or cayenne pepper can make for a more complex guacamole in which that primadonna avocado doesn’t take center stage. [9] X Research source Sadly, even the most delicious guac isn’t likely to help you overcome your distaste for avocados if it boils down to a textural thing.

Don’t be put off by the greenish hue. The strong, tangy yogurt will be more than enough to cover up what little taste the fruit adds. With the addition of a few simple ingredients like lime, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño peppers, you can turn your simple snack into a light yet filling dip that pairs perfectly with pita chips. [11] X Research source

A squirt of spicy sriracha will further suppress the flavor of the fruit. If you’re not a big fan of regular hummus, or you’re looking to up your protein intake, you can also try making a savory black bean variation using canned black beans instead of chickpeas. [13] X Research source

You could also theoretically use avocado in place of mayo in just about any type of prepared salads, including chicken, potato, or egg salad. [15] X Research source

A monounsaturated fat-packed smoothie or milkshake can make a great way to refuel your tired muscles post-workout. Don’t forget to dump in a scoop of protein powder to maximize your gains, bruh. The best part about adding avocado to a smoothie or milkshake isn’t just the gleeful feeling you get watching it being obliterated in a whirlwind of spinning blades. It’s also the fact that its mild flavor is almost completely undetectable in the finished product. [17] X Research source

Cake isn’t the only confection whose world avocado can rock. As a matter of fact, you can use it as a vegan, keto, gluten and guilt-free alternative to butter in just about any type of baked goods you can imagine, from cookies to truffles to banana bread.

Garnish your pudding with toasted coconut flakes or a few curls of shaved chocolate like the culinary Mozart you are. Feel free to substitute unsweetened almond or coconut milk for regular milk if you’re trying to keep things dairy-free.

Add a few chunks of fruit, such as strawberry, kiwi, pineapple, peach, or mango, to make chunky fruit-filled paletas perfect for a cookout, pool party, or casual summer get-together. [22] X Research source