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Prized for its rich, nutty flavor, Fuerte avocados are 8 to 16 oz (226 to 452g) in size, with relatively smooth green skin. When ripe, the skin peels easily revealing a greenish-yellow flesh. Fuerte is considered by many growers and consumers to be the best-tasting commercial variety of avocado.
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