: Commonly eaten raw in salads, mashed for sandwiches (dating back to at least 1938), or used in smoothies and desserts.
: Renowned for being high in monounsaturated fats and free of cholesterol and sodium. Vitamins : Rich in vitamins C, E, K, and B-6. alligator pear
: It is believed to be a corruption of the Spanish word aguacate , which evolved through various English renderings like avogato and avogato pear before becoming alligator pear . : Commonly eaten raw in salads, mashed for
: Oils from the fruit are used in cosmetics and medicine for lotions, hair care, and treating skin conditions like eczema. Cultural References : Commonly eaten raw in salads