Waiting Too Long to Eat – Overripe avocados become mushy and develop an unpleasant taste. Check for slight softness when gently pressed.
Eating It Too Early – Unripe avocados are hard and lack flavor. Let them ripen at room temperature before slicing.
Throwing Away the Seed Too Soon – The seed helps slow oxidation. Keeping it in a cut avocado can slightly delay browning.
Not Storing Properly – Avocados brown quickly. Store cut avocados with lemon juice and in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.
Only Eating It Raw – While delicious fresh, avocados can also be grilled, baked, or blended into soups for variety.
Using a Dull Knife – A dull knife can crush the avocado instead of slicing smoothly, making it harder to handle.
Forgetting to Wash Before Cutting – The skin carries bacteria that can transfer to the flesh when cutting. Always rinse before slicing.