What can I substitute for avocado?

Running low on avocado? Here are the best verified substitutes, including how to adjust your measurements.

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About avocado

Avocado is a creamy, buttery fruit (commonly treated as a vegetable in culinary contexts) native to Central America, prized for its rich fat content and mild, nutty flavour. It is widely used in dips, spreads, salads, and as a topping, providing a smooth texture and healthy monounsaturated fats. Its high fat content makes it an exceptional dairy-free substitute in many applications.

Best substitute

hummus

Hummus shares a similarly creamy, spreadable texture and mild savoury flavour, making it an excellent stand-in for avocado in wraps, sandwiches, and dips. It won't replicate the buttery richness exactly but provides a satisfying, nutritious alternative.

Use 1 cup for every 1 cup of avocado

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Alternative

Greek yoghurt

Full-fat Greek yoghurt provides a comparable creamy texture and cooling richness, particularly useful in dips and sauces. It adds a slight tang that avocado lacks, so pair with a little olive oil or lime juice to balance flavours.

Use ¾ cup for every 1 cup of avocado

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What is avocado called in other countries?

Country	Name
Australia	avocado
Canada	avocado
New Zealand	avocado
United Kingdom	avocado
United States	avocado

Common names for avocado

avoavocado pearbutter pearalligator pear

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vegan recipes

baking fat replacement

Alternative

silken tofu

Blended silken tofu mimics the smooth, neutral creaminess of avocado and is an excellent vegan option for dips, dressings, and chocolate-based desserts. It has a more neutral flavour, so season generously with lime juice, salt, and herbs to compensate.

Use 1 cup for every 1 cup of avocado

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Alternative

banana (ripe)

Mashed ripe banana replicates the creamy, fatty texture of avocado in baking and smoothies, providing moisture and binding. However, it introduces a distinct sweet, fruity flavour that is noticeable in savoury applications, so it is best reserved for sweet recipes.

Use 1 cup mashed banana for every 1 cup of avocado

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Alternative

edamame purée

Blended edamame (soy beans) produces a vibrant green, creamy purée with a mild, slightly grassy flavour that works well as a spread or dip substitute for avocado. Add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice and a drizzle of olive oil to enhance richness and balance the flavour.

Use 1 cup for every 1 cup of avocado

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