Avocado Hass

Product Overview:
The Hass Avocado is widely considered the gold standard of avocados. Sourced from high-altitude orchards, these avocados are distinct for their thick, bumpy skin that turns from green to a deep purplish-black as they ripen. Inside, you’ll find a high oil content that creates a smooth, velvety consistency unlike any other variety. Whether you are mashing them for a classic guacamole or slicing them for a gourmet breakfast, the Hass Avocado delivers a rich, savory depth that is both satisfying and nutrient-dense.

Key Features:

Rich Buttery Texture: Selected for a high healthy-fat concentration, ensuring a "melt-in-your-mouth" experience every time.

Easy-to-Peel Skin: The thick, pebbly skin protects the delicate fruit inside and separates easily from the flesh when ripe.

SQA Monitored Selection: Every fruit is hand-inspected for "button health"—checking the small stem at the top. If it’s green underneath when gently flicked, the fruit is fresh and vibrant inside. We ensure a heavy weight-to-size ratio and check for a lack of internal "stringiness," an SQA-approved indicator of premium grade fruit (SQA Checked).

Versatile Ripening: Can be purchased firm to ripen at home or used immediately once the skin darkens and yields to gentle pressure.

Nutritional Facts (Per 100g Approx.):

Energy: 160 kcal (A dense source of healthy, monounsaturated fats)

Potassium: Contains more potassium than a banana, supporting heart health and blood pressure.

Fiber: High in dietary fiber to keep you feeling full and support gut health.

Vitamin E & K: Essential for skin repair, immune function, and bone health.

Oleic Acid: The same healthy fat found in olive oil, known for reducing inflammation.

Daily Uses:

Classic Avocado Toast: Mash onto toasted sourdough with a pinch of sea salt, red chili flakes, and a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrient-Dense Smoothies: Add half an avocado to your green smoothie for a creamy texture and a boost of healthy fats.

Healthy Mayonnaise Substitute: Use sliced or mashed avocado in sandwiches and wraps as a creamy, cholesterol-free alternative to spreads.

Storage Instructions:
Store firm, green avocados on the counter at room temperature to ripen (usually takes 3–5 days). To speed up ripening, place in a paper bag with a banana. Once the skin is dark and soft, move to the refrigerator to keep them fresh for another 2–3 days. Once cut, squeeze lemon juice on the flesh and cover tightly to prevent browning.