Cook with avocados for heart-healthy fats and great taste

Rich, creamy, and filling are three words you might use to describe an avocado. Those terms likely would not be used to describe any other type of fruit. The avocado is unique in that it is the only fruit that has a high fat content and a moderate carbohydrate content. One medium avocado has about 300 calories, 23 grams of fat, 15 grams of total carbohydrates and 5 grams of fiber. Because of its creamy texture and rich flavor, the avocado is nicknamed "butter fruit" in Mexico. The butter fruit is an important part of the Hispanic diet. For the people in Mexico, it is not uncommon to eat some avocado every day.