We often associate the avocado with guacamole, and that’s it. But that would be doing the odd-looking fruit a great injustice.

Because of its creamy texture and impressive nutritional profile, the avocado is a prized ingredient in plant-based dishes. It provides the bulk and the consistency that are usually the product of milk, butter, or cream. These 15 unusual uses for the avocado explore the many ways you can expand your repertoire beyond guacamole.

You may already know that avocados are considered an excellent source of “good” fats. But they are fare more beneficial to your health than meets…