Description
Craving something fresh, zesty, and packed with healthy fats? This quick and easy Homemade Guacamole recipe is your go-to for snack time, party dips, or a vibrant topping to your favorite dinner ideas. Made with creamy avocados, punchy red onions, jalapeños, fresh cilantro, and bright lime juice, this easy recipe delivers big on flavor. Whether you’re looking for a healthy snack, an easy appetizer, or delicious food ideas for guests, this guac hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
3 ripe avocados
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 to 2 jalapeños, seeds removed and minced
0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
0.5 teaspoon sea salt
0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 small tomato, seeded and diced (optional)
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
Instructions
1. Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Add lime juice immediately.
2. Mash the avocados with a fork or potato masher to desired texture—chunky or smooth.
3. Stir in red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
4. Fold in optional tomato and garlic if using.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate with plastic wrap pressed against the surface.
7. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime juice before serving.
8. Enjoy with chips, tacos, or as a spread!
Notes
Use ripe avocados that yield to gentle pressure for the creamiest texture.
Add lime juice right after mashing to prevent browning.
For gatherings, make a double batch—this disappears fast!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg