Description
This classic guacamole recipe is simple, fresh, and full of flavor. Creamy avocados are mixed with vibrant vegetables and zesty lime juice for the perfect dip or topping.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 3 ripe avocados (halved, pitted, and mashed)
- 1 small red onion (finely diced)
- 1 medium tomato (seeded and diced)
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1–2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 1 small jalapeño (seeded and finely diced, optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mash the avocados to your desired consistency using a fork or potato masher. Add the red onion, tomato, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, salt, and cumin if using.
- Stir everything together until well combined. Fold in the diced jalapeño if you want extra heat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately with chips, tacos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, mash the avocados more thoroughly.
- To keep the guacamole from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface or store with a thin layer of lime juice on top.
- Best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
