Fresh, springtime recipes perfect for California avocados

Smoky Bean, Bacon, and California Avocado Tostadas

Source: Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger for The California Avocado Commission, copyright 2008

Preparation: 25 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

(Step 1)

2 ripe, California avocados

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

2 scallions, very thinly sliced

½ bunch fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

(Step 2)

3 cups water

1 cup fresh green beans - trimmed and cut on diagonal into 1-inch pieces.

4 slices bacon, thinly sliced crosswise

2 tablespoons canola o...