Creamy, Zesty Homemade Guacamole
This easy guacamole recipe is creamy, fresh, and bursting with flavor—perfect for dipping, spreading, or topping your favorite dishes! Made with ripe avocados, lime, cilantro, and a hint of spice.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 160kcal
Ingredients
- 3 ripe Hass avocados
- 2 tbsp lime juice about 1 lime
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
- 1 small tomato diced (optional)
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
Instructions
- Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a bowl.
- Mash with a fork to desired consistency.
- Add lime juice, garlic, and salt. Mix well.
- Stir in onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and tomato (if using).
- Taste and adjust salt/lime as needed.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or cover tightly to store.
Notes
- Ripe Avocados: Should yield slightly when pressed—firm avocados won’t mash well.
- Spice Control: Omit jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne for heat.
- No Browning: Extra lime juice and airtight storage help preserve color.
- Texture: For chunkier guac, leave some avocado pieces unmashed.
- Variations: Add corn, black beans, or crumbled feta for a twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 485mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g