Description
This festive Pomegranate Guacamole is a vibrant and delicious twist on the classic avocado dip. Perfect for Christmas parties, it combines creamy ripe avocados with the tart sweetness of pomegranate seeds, fresh cilantro, and a hint of jalapeno heat. A colorful and refreshing appetizer that’s easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Base
- 3 ripe avocados
- ½ small red onion, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lime, juiced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Toppings
- ¾ cup pomegranate seeds, divided
- Extra cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Dice the red onion, finely chop the cilantro, remove seeds and dice the jalapeno, mince garlic, and juice the lime. Set aside.
- Mash base ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the ripe avocados, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeno, minced garlic, lime juice, and sea salt. Use a fork to mash everything together until well combined but still slightly chunky for texture.
- Mix in pomegranate seeds: Add ½ cup of the pomegranate seeds into the mashed mixture and gently stir them in to evenly distribute.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl. Top with the remaining ¼ cup of pomegranate seeds and sprinkle extra cilantro on top for a beautiful red and green festive presentation.
Notes
- Pomegranate guacamole offers a festive and colorful twist on traditional guacamole, making it perfect for Christmas and holiday parties.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity to control the spiciness according to your preference.
- Use ripe avocados for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately for freshest taste or cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent browning if making ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 281 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 304 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg