Guacamole
This quick homemade guacamole is a deliciously easy appetizer to whip up, and is super tasty on top of tacos. Make this fresh guacamole recipe in minutes for a fast and delicious dip for dinner or for a party!
Ingredients
- 3 medium avocados cubed
- 3/4 cup tomatoes diced
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro (Optional)
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper
- 2 medium limes juice only
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cut the avocados into large pieces. In a large bowl mash the avocados with the back of a fork. The more you mash the smoother the guacamole will be.
- Add the salt and squeeze the juice of both limes over the guacamole and mix. Not only does this add flavor but the lime juice can also help prevent the guacamole from turning brown. Taste and add more salt if desired.
- Dice the tomatoes, onions and cilantro.
- Use gloves to slice the Jalapeño Pepper. Remove any inner white membrane and seeds unless you preffer a spicer guacamole. Mince the Jalapeño into tiny pieces.
- Add the tomatoes, onions, cilantro and jalapeño pepper to the avocado and mix until combined. Serve and enjoy immediatly!
Notes
Serrano peppers can be used in place of the Jalapeño for a spicier guacamole.
Use gloves when slicing spicy peppers like serrano or Jalapeño. This keeps the oils from clinging to your fingers which can end up in an unexpected burn if you brush your eyes or face at all.
Sometimes I make this recipe with dried spices instead of fresh Jalapeño and fresh cilantro. I typically add a teaspoon of dried oregano and half a teaspoon of cumin when using dried herbs. I also sometimes add in one teaspoon of dried cilantro.
Garlic can also be added according to your taste, start with 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or a clove of minced garlic.
Lemon or lime juice can be used in this recipe. Lime juice gives a slightly different flavor but lemon juice will still be delicious. Don't leave out some kind of lemon or lime juice as along with taste, it helps keep the guacamole from turning brown as quickly.
Nutrition
Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 287IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg