Why You Shouldn't Buy Standard Avocados At Trader Joe's

How to prevent your tiny avocados from overripening

One of the greatest advantages of Trader Joe's Teeny Tiny Avocados is their rapid ripening. The sooner you can enjoy them, the better! However, since there are six in a bag, there's a possibility they may become overripe. Overripe avocados are not very enjoyable to eat, but distinguishing them from ripe ones is quite simple. For starters, overripe avocados tend to be very dark, particularly around the stem area. They may also appear wrinkled or shriveled. When gently squeezed, overripe avocados will yield immediately, giving them a mushy texture. In contrast, ripe avocados will have some give but won't feel excessively soft. If you slice open an overripe avocado, the flesh will feel slimy and show noticeable discoloration.

While you can ripen tiny avocados like any others if necessary, once they reach ripeness, it's best to store them in the refrigerator to slow down the ripening process and maintain their freshness. They thrive when kept in the low-humidity crisper drawer. Alternatively, you could whip up a large batch of guacamole, grab some chips, and indulge. Teeny Tiny Avocados can also be frozen to preserve their freshness, but they must be ripe before freezing, as they won't continue to ripen afterward.