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    by Traci · 01/13/2023

    Easy Guacamole Recipe

    5 from 10 votes
    Total 10 minutes minutes
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    Everyone needs an authentic guacamole recipe with ripe avocados, tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. Here's how to make guacamole in 10 minutes.

    tortilla chip is dunked into bowl of guacamole
    Table of Contents hide
    1) What is guacamole
    2) Why you'll love this recipe
    3) Ingredient notes
    4) How to make this recipe
    5) Recipe tips
    6) Recipe variations
    7) Serving ideas
    8) More party appetizers we love
    9) 📖 Recipe
    10) Mexican Guacamole Recipe

    What is guacamole

    Guacamole is a mashed avocado dip and spread, often made with cilantro, lime, onions, and jalapeño peppers that add layers of texture and Mexican flavor. You can make guacamole with tomatoes or simply leave them out.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • This simple guacamole recipe comes together in 10 minutes and can be enjoyed immediately.
    • This crowd-favorite goes with everything. In fact, a bowl of tortilla chips and guac is guaranteed to disappear – regardless of the food theme.
    • This homemade recipe includes tips and tricks to make the best guacamole dip, including how to keep it from turning brown.

    Ingredient notes

    • avocados - Perfectly ripe avocados are essential to a guacamole recipe. See the below section: How To Select Ripe Avocados.
    • tomatoes - Use any variety. I recommend removing excess moisture and seeds.
    • red onion - An essential ingredient for flavor and texture.
    • cilantro - This fresh herb is a must! It adds a traditional flavor and feel to this dip.
    • Jalapeño pepper - The heat or spice in these peppers can vary, so always test the heat level before using.
    • fresh lime - Keep it fresh. It won't be authentic guacamole to use packaged lime juice.
    • ground cumin - This is optional, but adds a savory depth of flavor to this Mexican dip.
    • sea salt - This is another essential ingredient, but should be added in small amounts when adjusting the flavor.
    guacamole ingredients in glass bowls labeled with text overlay

    How to make this recipe

    This classic guacamole recipe promises to be easy. Enjoy these step-by-step photos or skip down to the printable recipe below.

    Step 1. Cut each avocado in half, remove the pit, and use a spoon to scoop it away from the skin into a mixing bowl.

    avocado halves are removed from the skin with a spoon
    pitted avocado halves in glass mixing bowl

    Step 2. Use a vegetable masher or other tool to gently mash the avocados so the final texture is the perfect blend of creamy and chunky.

    vegetable masher is mashing avocado in glass mixing bowl
    vegetable masher is mashing avocado in glass mixing bowl

    Step 3. To this, add tomatoes, onion, cilantro, Jalapeño pepper, fresh lime, ground cumin, and salt. Gently fold these ingredients together until well-combined, but with minimal effort to prevent over-mixing.

    guacamole ingredients in glass mixing bowl
    wooden utensil stirs guacamole in glass mixing bowl

    Step 4. Add more salt to taste, if needed. Garnish with lime wedges and serve with a bowl of chips and devour!

    guacamole and lime wedges in black bowl next to tortilla chips

    Recipe tips

    • Avoid buying overripe avocados, if possible, because they may be bruised under the skin. This results in an unpleasant, browned color and flavor, which isn't optimal for guacamole.
    • When you make guacamole with tomatoes, it's important to remove excess moisture from the tomatoes to prevent the dip from becoming to thin.
    • When making guacamole ahead, you'll want to prevent oxidation. Simply place guac in an airtight container, pour a thin layer of water or lime juice over the surface, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Drain and serve.

    Recipe variations

    • Fresh garlic will give this guac recipe even more flavor. Just peel and mince a few cloves and add with the other ingredients.
    • Add sour cream or Greek yogurt to homemade guacamole to increase the volume and richness. This is a great money-saving tip since avocados are expensive.
    • Substitute the tomatoes in this recipe with a 10-ounce can of Rotel. Simply open the can, drain Rotel, and mix it in to the guacamole. So easy!

    Serving ideas

    These are my favorite ways to use guacamole beyond chips and guac.

    • Serve with fresh vegetables, such as carrots, cucumbers, cauliflower, snap peas, and radishes.
    • Pair guac with refried black beans or totchos and you practically have a meal.
    • Use it to make everyone's favorite 7 layer dip, especially on game day!
    • Serve as condiment for this scrumptious taco bowl or my super comfy, one-pot taco pasta.

    More party appetizers we love

    • Easy Pico de Gallo
    • Easy Crab Dip
    • Honey Hot Wings
    • Jalapeño Popper Dip
    • Mexican Salsa
    • Avocado Ranch Dressing and Dip

    📖 Recipe

    guacamole and lime wedges in black bowl next to tortilla chips

    Mexican Guacamole Recipe

    Everyone needs an authentic guacamole recipe with ripe avocados, tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime. Here's how to make guacamole in 10 minutes.
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    Prep TimePrep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Total timeTotal Time: 10 minutes mins
    Yield 3 cups
    Author Traci Antonovich
    5 from 10 votes
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    Ingredients 

    • 4 Avocados (ripe) halved and pitted
    • 1 Roma Tomato diced and drained (about ⅓ cup)
    • ¼ cup Red Onion finely diced
    • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro chopped (about ⅛ ounce)
    • 1 Jalapeño or Serrano Pepper seeded and minced
    • 1 Lime zested and juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
    • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • ⅛ teaspoon Sea Salt or more as needed

    Equipment

    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • spoon to scoop avocado
    • mixing bowls
    • potato masher
    • citrus squeezer

    Instructions

    • Use a spoon to scoop AVOCADO out of the skin and into mixing bowl. Discard skins.
    • Gently mash AVOCADO into a mixture that's chunky and creamy.
    • Add TOMATO, ONION, CILANTRO, JALAPENO, LIME ZEST, LIME JUICE, CUMIN, and SALT.
    • Gently fold ingredients together to combine.
    • Serve and devour!

    Final step

    Click stars to vote. Please visit 'Comments' below for reviews.

    5 from 10 votes

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    Recipe Notes

    • Avoid buying overripe avocados because they might be bruised under the skin. This makes for an unpleasant, browned color and flavor, which isn't optimal for guacamole.
    • When you make guacamole with tomatoes, it's important to remove excess moisture from the tomatoes to prevent the dip from becoming too thin.
    • When making guacamole ahead, you'll want to prevent oxidation. Simply place guac in an airtight container, pour a thin layer of water or lime juice over the surface, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Drain and serve.
    • Check out the recipe variations above!
    Did you make this recipe? I'd love to see it!Follow @thekitchengirl on Instagram, snap a photo, and tag #thekitchengirl. This always makes my day!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 1410mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 639IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course Appetizer, Dip/Spread, Dips
    Cuisine Mexican
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan
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    Comments

    1. Carol says

      April 29, 2023 at 6:33 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect and so easy!

      Reply
      • Traci says

        April 29, 2023 at 9:24 pm

        Yay! Glad you're enjoying this one 🙂 Thanks so much!!

    2. Lima Ekram says

      January 13, 2023 at 8:57 pm

      5 stars
      Very tasty recipe - had some avocados on hand and thought I would give it a try! Delicious!

      Reply
      • Traci says

        January 13, 2023 at 9:33 pm

        I'm so glad you went for it 🙂 Thanks so much for letting me know! Cheers!

    3. Ned says

      January 13, 2023 at 6:57 pm

      5 stars
      Oh this is happening for the big game! Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Traci says

        January 13, 2023 at 9:33 pm

        Yes! Many times over 🙂 Enjoy!!

    4. Sharon says

      January 13, 2023 at 3:31 pm

      5 stars
      This easy guacamole is a great dip to whip up for snacks. It's also great on sandwiches too!

      Reply
      • Traci says

        January 13, 2023 at 9:32 pm

        Yes! Love it for both too 🙂 Thanks so much!

    5. Gina Abernathy says

      January 13, 2023 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      Love, love, love avocados! Guacamole is one of my favorite dips. Delish!

      Reply
      • Traci says

        January 13, 2023 at 9:32 pm

        Yes! Right there with you 🙂 I could eat it every day lol. Thanks!

    6. Kate says

      January 13, 2023 at 1:54 pm

      5 stars
      I don't normally add tomatoes to guac but I loved they way it tasted with them! Very good!

      Reply
      • Traci says

        January 13, 2023 at 9:31 pm

        Yes! Guacamole with tomatoes is definitely a vibe 🙂 I love it with or without lol. So glad you enjoyed 🙂 Thanks!

    7. JB says

      January 13, 2023 at 12:47 pm

      5 stars
      I can't stop eating this gaucamole and the title is so fitting. This recipe really is super easy! Thanks for always steering me right, KG 🙂

      Reply
      • Traci says

        January 13, 2023 at 9:30 pm

        Yay! I'm glad you're loving it 🙂 Thanks for the comment!!

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