In the fast-growing food world, the intersection of tradition and innovation can happen in more unexpected ways than ever before. Enter the avocado, a creamy, nutrient-dense superfruit that has been globally recognised for its heart-healthy, polyunsaturated fat, skin-nourishing nutrients and versatility, but recently the avocado is more than just the fabulous star of guacamole or smoothie bowls. It is now finding an opportunity for presence in the Indian kitchen.

From the comfortable warmth of a stuffed Avocado Paratha to the bright tang of Avocado Chutney, this blog is a culinary celebration of how ingredients can be introduced into daily Indian meals without sacrificing taste, texture and tradition. These avocado meals are not just trendy — they are deeply nourishing, simply delicious, easy to prepare and full of the kinda of tasty, good-for-you food to satisfy your cravings.

Whether you are trying to start your day off with a fiber-rich Avocado Masala Toast, cool off with creamy Avocado Raita or sneak in your healthy fats with an Avocado Khichdi Bowl at dinner, every avocado recipe provided in this post is intended for you to bring avocados into your everyday menu.

1. Avocado Paratha (Stuffed Flatbread)

Ingredients for Avocado Paratha:

• 1 ripe avocado, peeled and mashed
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp red chilli flakes (optional)
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste (optional)
• Chopped coriander leaves (optional)
• Ghee or oil for cooking

Instructions for Avocado Paratha:

1. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado until smooth.
2. Add whole wheat flour, ajwain, cumin powder, chilli flakes, salt, ginger-garlic paste, and coriander leaves.
3. Knead into a soft dough. You may not need water, as avocado adds moisture.
4. Divide the avocado paratha dough into equal portions and roll into balls.
5. Roll each ball into a flat circle using a rolling pin.
6. Heat a tawa and cook each avocado paratha on both sides with minimal ghee or oil until golden.
7. Serve hot avocado paratha with yoghurt or pickle.

2. Avocado Chutney

Ingredients for Avocado Chutney:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 tbsp curd or 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 green chilli
• 1 garlic clove
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander and mint leaves

For tempering:

• 1 tsp oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 5-6 curry leaves
• 1/2 tsp urad dal

Instructions for Avocado Chutney:

1. In a blender, add avocado, curd or lemon juice, green chilli, garlic, coriander, mint, and salt.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. In a small pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and urad dal for tempering.
4. Pour the tempering over the avocado chutney.
5. Serve avocado chutney chilled or at room temperature with dosa or idlis.

3. Avocado Moong Sprout Salad

Ingredients for Avocado Moong Sprout Salad:

• 1 cup moong sprouts (boiled or raw)
• 1/2 ripe avocado, cubed
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 small cucumber, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chaat masala (optional)

Instructions for Avocado Moong Sprout Salad:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine moong sprouts, avocado, tomato, onion, and cucumber.
2. Add lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chaat masala.
3. Toss well and serve the avocado moong sprout salad immediately.

4. Avocado Raita

Ingredients for Avocado Raita:

• 1/2 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 cup plain yoghurt
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
• 1/4 tsp black salt
• 2 tbsp grated cucumber or carrot (optional)

Instructions for Avocado Raita:

1. Whisk the yoghurt until smooth.
2. Add mashed avocado, salt, cumin powder, black salt, and grated vegetables.
3. Mix well and refrigerate.
4. Serve avocado raita cold as a side dish.

5. Avocado Masala Toast (Indian Style Guac Toast)

Ingredients for Avocado Masala Toast:

• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, finely chopped
• 1 green chilli, finely chopped (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 tsp chaat masala
• 2 slices of multigrain bread
• Lemon juice to taste

Instructions for Avocado Masala Toast:

1. Mix mashed avocado, onion, tomato, chilli, salt, pepper, chaat masala, and lemon juice.
2. Toast the bread slices.
3. Spread the avocado masala evenly on the toast.
4. Serve avocado masala toast with a sprinkle of coriander or microgreens.

6. Avocado Thepla

Ingredients for Avocado Thepla:

• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 cup whole wheat flour or bajra flour
• 1/4 cup chopped methi (fenugreek) or spinach
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp chilli powder
• Salt to taste
• Water if needed

Instructions for Avocado Thepla:

1. Mix flour, mashed avocado, greens, and spices into a soft dough.
2. Roll out into thin theplas.
3. Cook the avocado thepla on a hot tawa with minimal oil.
4. Serve the avocado thepla with pickle or curd.

7. Avocado Khichdi Bowl

Ingredients for Avocado Khichdi Bowl:

• 1/2 cup rice
• 1/2 cup split moong dal
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp ghee
• 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed or cubed
• 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder

Instructions for Avocado Khichdi Bowl:

1. Pressure to cook rice and dal with turmeric, salt, and spinach.
2. Once cooked, add ghee and roasted cumin.
3. Mix in mashed or cubed avocado while still hot.
4. Serve the avocado khichdi bowl with a dollop of curd or raita.

Using avocado in Indian recipes is more than a health fad; it is a mindfulness approach to everyday nourishment and sustainable care for oneself. Every recipe presented here, whether it be Avocado Thepla, Avocado Moong Sprout Salad, gives examples of how to enhance your meals, without impacting the flavour or culture. 

So the next time a fresh avocado catches your eye in your kitchen, consider something other than your avocado toast or smoothie, and remember to grab some dal or bread or a side of something and blend in the goodness of the avocado. Let this blog inspire you to make avocado not only an experimental occasion, but a regular occasion in your food. When nutrition from around the world meets wisdom derived from India, the outcomes are delicious. 

Cheers to recreating your everyday Indian meals, one avocado at a time. Download Foodism and share your creations!