Description
This recipe for the best guacamole is a classic and simple way to make this beloved Mexican dip. Creamy avocados are combined with fresh lime juice, cilantro, and other flavorful ingredients for a delicious crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 3 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 small tomato, seeded and diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- optional: 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Mash the avocados: In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with lime juice, salt, and pepper until mostly smooth but slightly chunky.
- Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the red onion, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic powder if using.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or salt as desired.
- Serve: Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or as a topping for tacos, burgers, or grilled meats.
Notes
Notes:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cumin or a splash of hot sauce.
- To keep guacamole green longer, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before refrigerating.
- Best eaten the same day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
