Avocado shortage creates craving!

Let's just say that some editors at VT have developed a big, big craving for avocados during the current shortage. If you feel the same, and are lucky enough to find one, try this flavor-filled Avocado, Fennel and Citrus Salad!

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As soon as some of heard about the avocado shortage this year, we started craving them more than ever. Many restaurants are not serving their usual guacamole or other avocado-filled dishes due to a the shortage which is related to the drought in California and a growers strike in Mexico, according to experts.

But … what is life without avocodos? Yes, they are loaded with fat, but they also offer lots of fiber, vitamin E and B- vitamins — and are nature’s comfort food!

If you’re able to get your hands on some ripe avocados as the season for them nears an end, try this easy, flavor-filled Avocado, Fennel and Citrus Salad.

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