Avocado Toast, But Make It Indian! PM Modi Spotlights Homegrown Avocados & Why You Should Try Them

Avocado toast may have become a Gen Z breakfast favourite, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s latest social media post has put the spotlight on something else: Indian-grown avocados. In a recent reel, PM Modi said the fruit, once relatively unfamiliar to Indians, is now increasingly making its way to dining tables, restaurants, and supermarkets across the country.

PM Modi Talks About Indian Avocados

In the video, the Prime Minister highlighted how the growing demand for avocados is creating new opportunities for Indian farmers. He shared the example of Varadaraj, a farmer from Andhra Pradesh, who took up avocado cultivation after seeing the crop on a friend’s farm. After learning more about it, including through YouTube, he began growing the fruit and now produces around four tonnes, supplying it directly to local shops.

PM Modi also pointed towards avocado cultivation in Karnataka, where farmers have started growing the fruit alongside coffee plantations. The growing popularity of Indian avocados, therefore, isn’t just changing what appears on our breakfast plates but is also opening up another source of income for farmers.

Interestingly, avocado isn’t entirely new to India. It has been grown here for years and is also known in some parts of the country as butter fruit. What has changed is its popularity. Once largely associated with imported produce and premium restaurants, the fruit is now increasingly being cultivated by Indian farmers and finding its way into everyday meals.

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Why Are Avocados Considered Healthy?

There’s a reason avocados have become a favourite among health-conscious eaters. The fruit is packed with healthy monounsaturated fats, fibre, potassium and antioxidants, making it a nutritious addition to a balanced diet.

While talking to Hindustan Times, nutritionist Dr Poonam Duneja shared that avocados can support heart health, improve satiety and may also benefit brain and eye health. Their fibre content can also support better digestion and gut health.

Another benefit is that avocados can help keep you feeling full for longer. This makes them a convenient addition to breakfast, especially when paired with protein-rich foods such as eggs, along with other nutritious ingredients.

It is worth noting that they are also calorie-dense, so portion size matters. A balanced meal with a moderate serving of avocado can offer its nutritional benefits without going overboard.

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So, the next time you make avocado toast, consider reaching for homegrown Indian avocados—a nutritious choice that also supports local farmers.

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