Description
This homemade guacamole recipe is a fresh and flavorful avocado dip perfect for serving with tortilla chips or as a complement to your favorite Mexican dishes. Made with ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, and a blend of spices and fresh vegetables, it’s an easy no-cook recipe that delivers creamy texture and vibrant taste in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Ingredients
- 4 large avocados (ripe, peeled, pitted)
- 1 Tbsp. lime juice (fresh)
- ½ tsp. cumin
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- ½-¾ tsp. salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp. black pepper (to taste)
- ¼ cup sweet onion (finely diced)
- ½ cup tomatoes (finely diced)
- ¼ cup cilantro (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare Avocados and Lime Juice: Place peeled, pitted, and quartered avocados along with the fresh lime juice into a large mixing bowl to start the base of your guacamole.
- Mash Avocados: Using a large fork or potato masher, begin mashing the avocados to your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Add Spices: Stir in cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to evenly distribute the seasoning throughout the mashed avocado mixture.
- Mix in Vegetables and Herbs: Add the finely diced tomatoes, sweet onions, and chopped cilantro, then mix gently just until all ingredients are combined and the guacamole reaches your preferred texture.
- Serve: Enjoy your fresh guacamole immediately with tortilla chips or as a flavorful topping for any Mexican-inspired dish.
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure.
- Adjust salt and lime juice to taste based on personal preference.
- You can add a minced jalapeño for extra heat if desired.
- Use fresh lime juice rather than bottled for optimal freshness and acidity.
- If not serving immediately, cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the guacamole surface to prevent browning.
