Description
Fresh, creamy, and zesty homemade guacamole that is quick to prepare, customizable to your taste, and packed with healthy fats and vibrant flavors. Perfect as a dip, spread, or topping for snacks and meals.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados (soft yet firm)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped onions
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño or chili pepper, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the avocados: Slice the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the avocado to your desired consistency, either creamy or chunky.
- Add fresh ingredients: Stir in finely diced onions, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and minced jalapeño if using. This builds the main flavor profile.
- Season and brighten: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle salt to taste. The lime juice adds brightness and helps keep the guacamole green.
- Taste and adjust: Gently stir the mixture, then taste. Adjust with additional salt, lime juice, or jalapeño to achieve your perfect balance of flavors.
Notes
- Choose avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure but are not mushy for best texture.
- Prep all fresh ingredients ahead of time to save mixing time.
- Press plastic wrap directly on the guacamole surface to prevent browning from air exposure.
- Mix gently to avoid making the guacamole watery.
- Start with less salt and lime juice, then adjust gradually to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2.5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg