Description
Simple Guacamole is a classic, fresh Mexican dip made with ripe avocados, vibrant red onion, jalapeno, juicy Roma tomatoes, and flavorful cilantro, all enhanced with lime juice and a touch of salt. Perfect for serving with chips, tacos, or as a topping, this easy-to-make recipe delivers creamy texture with a bright, zesty flavor.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
- ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Juice of 1 lime (fresh only)
Instructions
- Prepare the avocados: Slice the avocados in half and carefully remove the pits. Scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Mash the avocados: Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the avocado flesh to your desired consistency—either smooth or slightly chunky, depending on preference.
- Add the vegetables and seasoning: Add the finely chopped red onion, seeded and chopped jalapeno, seeded and diced Roma tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and ½ teaspoon salt to the mashed avocados.
- Mix and finish: Pour the fresh lime juice over the mixture and stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed.
- Serve immediately: Serve the guacamole fresh with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes to enjoy its optimum flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure your avocados are perfectly ripe without bruises; scoop out any brown spots before mashing.
- Remove tomato flesh before dicing as it can be watery and soften the guacamole.
- Using a potato masher simplifies the mashing process, but a fork or pastry cutter can also be used effectively.
- Only use fresh lime juice for the best flavor, as bottled lime juice does not give the authentic taste.
- Red onion is preferred, but white onion can be substituted if necessary.
- Classic guacamole includes cilantro; however, flat parsley can be used as an alternative with a slight flavor variation.
- If jalapeno is unavailable, serrano pepper makes a good substitute.
- For added flavor, minced garlic can be incorporated as a variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/5 of recipe (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
