Store unripe avocados at room temperature
Keep them away from direct sunlight
Place them in a paper bag to speed ripening
Add a banana or apple to the bag to ripen faster
Check daily for softness
Refrigerate ripe avocados to slow further ripening
Store whole ripe avocados in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days
Cut avocados in the fridge with the pit left in
Brush or sprinkle cut avocado with lemon or lime juice
Wrap cut avocado tightly with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container
Press plastic wrap directly against the cut surface
Store mashed avocado in an airtight container
Cover mashed avocado with a thin layer of lemon or lime juice
Freeze avocado puree or chunks for longer storage
Peel and pit before freezing
Use frozen avocado in smoothies, dips, or sauces