Description
This easy guacamole recipe is a fresh and vibrant dip made with ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, crisp cherry tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and a touch of red onion and garlic. Perfectly creamy with a balanced texture and bright flavors, it is quick to prepare and ideal for snacks, parties, or any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (natural)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Halve, pit, and scoop the ripe avocados into a bowl. Finely dice the red onion, cherry tomatoes, and jalapeño if using. Chop the cilantro and mince the garlic to have everything ready for mixing.
- Mash the avocados: Use a fork or potato masher to gently mash the avocados to your preferred texture, either chunky or smooth. This forms the creamy base of your guacamole.
- Combine the fresh ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro to the mashed avocados. Gently stir to combine while keeping some texture.
- Season with lime juice and spices: Pour in fresh lime juice (natural) and sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly to brighten and balance the flavors.
- Taste and adjust: Sample the guacamole and adjust lime juice, salt, or jalapeño heat as needed for your perfect flavor before serving.
Notes
- Choose soft but firm ripe avocados for the best creamy texture.
- Always use fresh lime juice (natural) to enhance brightness and prevent browning.
- Chop ingredients finely to evenly layer the flavors.
- Serve guacamole chilled to keep flavors fresh and vibrant.
- If preparing ahead, use a natural gelling agent to retain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: guacamole, avocado dip, fresh dip, easy appetizer, Mexican, party snack, gluten free
