Description
Authentic Guacamole is a fresh, creamy, and flavorful Mexican dip made with ripe avocados, lime juice, cilantro, onions, and jalapeños. This easy recipe comes together in minutes and is perfect for a quick snack, healthy appetizer, party dip, taco topping, or side dish. Whether you need easy dinner ideas, healthy snack ideas, quick appetizer recipes, or fresh homemade food ideas, this Authentic Guacamole delivers bold flavor with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
3 ripe Hass avocados
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1 Roma tomato diced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 small jalapeño finely diced
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
2. Mash the avocados gently with a fork until slightly chunky or smooth depending on your preference.
3. Add the fresh lime juice, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic to the mashed avocado.
4. Stir in the diced red onion, Roma tomato, cilantro, and jalapeño.
5. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed with additional salt or lime juice.
7. Cover and chill for 15 to 20 minutes for the best flavor.
8. Serve fresh with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or vegetables.
Notes
Use perfectly ripe avocados for the creamiest and freshest texture.
Press plastic wrap directly onto the guacamole before refrigerating to reduce browning.
For extra spice, leave some jalapeño seeds in the mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg