Reed avocados are known for their creamy and buttery texture, offering a mild and nutty flavor. When ripe, their smooth and creamy flesh is perfect for making creamy guacamole, adding richness to salads, serving as a hearty sandwich filling, or spreading over toast for a nutritious and delicious breakfast.
 
Taste Profile: Rich, nutty, and slightly more subtle in flavor compared to Haas. It has a smooth and buttery taste.
 
Texture Profile: The flesh is dense, creamy, and smooth, holding its shape well when sliced. The skin is thick, slightly pebbled, and remains green even when ripe.
 
How to Ripen Quickly: Reed avocados may take a bit longer to ripen than Haas. Place them in a paper bag with an apple or banana at room temperature to speed up the process.
 
How to Keep Fresh Longest: Store unripe Reed avocados at room temperature. Once ripe, refrigerate them to extend their freshness for several days.
 
Drink Recipes:
Avocado & Green Tea Smoothie: Blend ripe Reed avocado with chilled green tea, spinach, a touch of honey, and ginger for a healthy smoothie.
Creamy Avocado Dressing: Blend ripe Reed avocado with olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and water until smooth for a rich salad dressing.
 
Meal Recipes:
Avocado & Shrimp Salad: Combine diced ripe Reed avocado with cooked shrimp, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and a lime vinaigrette.
Grilled Avocado with Salsa: Halve and pit a slightly firm Reed avocado, brush with oil, and grill until slightly softened. Top with your favorite salsa.