Perfect Guacamole
Perfect Guacamole is a creamy, zesty Mexican dip made with fresh avocados, lime juice, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. This quick and easy guacamole recipe is perfect for parties, tacos, burritos, or as a healthy snack with tortilla chips. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s fresh, flavorful, and customizable for any spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: No-cook, hand-mixed
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and seeded
- Juice from 1/2 lime
- 1/2 red onion, minced
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, minced
- 1/2 ripe tomato, seeds and pulp removed, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place peeled and seeded avocados in a bowl and sprinkle with lime juice.
- Mash avocados with a fork until mostly smooth but slightly chunky.
- Stir in onion, jalapeno, tomato, and cilantro.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting jalapeno for heat preference.
- Cover with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface to prevent browning. Refrigerate until serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter flavor, add diced mango or pineapple.
- Stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Add roasted garlic for a deeper, savory taste.
- Mix in smoked paprika or chipotle powder for a smoky twist.
- Best enjoyed fresh; store leftovers in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/perfect-guacamole/
