Description
This best guacamole recipe is a simple, fresh, and flavorful dip made with ripe avocados, red onion, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, and optional tomatoes. Perfect for serving with tortilla chips or alongside your favorite Tex Mex and Mexican dishes like tacos and burritos.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, diced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- Optional: 1 to 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the avocados, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, diced jalapeño, sea salt, and ground cumin if using. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the mixture until it is combined but still slightly chunky.
- Add Tomatoes: Gently fold in the seeded and diced Roma tomatoes if you decide to include them. This adds a fresh burst of flavor and texture to the guacamole.
- Season and Serve: Taste the guacamole and add more salt if needed. Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes like tacos and burritos.
Notes
- This guacamole recipe is straightforward and uses fresh, simple ingredients for the best flavor.
- It works perfectly as a dip or accompaniment for Tex Mex and Mexican foods.
- Adjust the jalapeño and salt levels to your personal taste preference.
- To keep guacamole fresh longer, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to help prevent browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 251
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 304 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
