Storage Hack: Never Waste Avocado Again

We've all been there: you find half an avocado in the fridge from yesterday or even the day before, only to discover it has turned brown. Worried about eating it, you end up throwing it out. Nutritionist Dr. Maya Rozman addressed this common issue during her show on 103FM, offering practical advice for what to do when you've peeled an avocado but only used a small portion.

Many people eat just half an avocado because the fruit contains between 400 and 800 calories. "Ever avoided eating the whole thing only for it to turn brown?" Dr. Rozman asked. "The good news is that you can freeze it, which remarkably preserves its nutritional value."

Dr. Rozman recommends slicing and freezing the avocado to maintain its freshness. "Peel and slice the avocado, drizzle a little lemon juice over it, place the slices on a tray lined with parchment paper, wrap them tightly with cling film, and move them to the freezer for 24 hours," she explains. "After 24 hours, take them out, divide the slices into separate freezer bags, and return them to the freezer. Whenever you want avocado, even when it is out of season, just take it out, defrost, and enjoy."

Freezing not only prevents waste but also ensures you can enjoy the creamy texture and nutritional benefits of avocado any time of year, making it a simple and practical solution for busy households.