Caitlin Bensel
Avocado is one of the most versatile fruits.
Is it still OK to eat an avocado when its underripe?
So if you get an underripe one, be patient.
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Color depends on the cultivar and not the ripeness.
Determining ripeness requires practice.
If the avocado is hard and has no give, it is underripe.
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If it gives a little, it is close to ripe, said Pornsriniyom.
If it is straight up squishy, then it is overripe (and good forguacamole!).
Overripe avocados may have unpalatable black sections, just cut those out.
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The green flesh will still be safe to eat, said Pornsriniyom.
Is It safe to eat an underripe avocado?
Eating an underripe avocado is safe.
