Description
This Fresh Homemade Guacamole is a classic and easy-to-make dip that’s perfect for any occasion! Ripe avocados are mashed with tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt for a flavorful and vibrant guacamole.
Ingredients
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- 3 medium avocados, cubed
- 3/4 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, minced
- 2 medium limes, juice only
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mash Avocados: Cut avocados into large pieces. In a large bowl, mash avocados with a fork to your desired consistency.
- Add Lime and Salt: Add salt and lime juice to the mashed avocados. Mix well.
- Dice Vegetables: Dice tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro (if using).
- Prep Jalapeño: Wear gloves. Remove seeds and white membrane from jalapeño (for less spice) and mince.
- Combine: Add tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño to the avocado mixture. Mix until combined.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute serrano peppers for jalapeño for a spicier guacamole.
- Always wear gloves when handling spicy peppers.
- For dried spices, use 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon dried cilantro.
- Add ¼ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic for extra flavor.
- Lemon juice can be used instead of lime juice.
- Lime or lemon juice is essential to prevent browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
