Description
This classic guacamole recipe is a quick and flavorful dip made from ripe avocados, fresh tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, onion, lime juice, and kosher salt. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or accompaniment to Mexican dishes, it offers a creamy texture and zesty taste in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1 Roma tomato, diced (optional)
- 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ small onion, finely diced
- ½ lime, juiced, plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Avocados: Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit using a sharp knife. Scoop the avocado flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mash Avocados: Use a fork, potato masher, or molcajete to mash the avocados to your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir in the chopped cilantro, diced tomato, finely diced onion, lime juice, diced jalapeño, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly and taste.
- Adjust Seasoning: Add more lime juice or salt as needed to enhance flavor according to your taste preferences.
Notes
- For less heat, remove the jalapeño seeds before dicing.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Serve immediately or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed against the guacamole to prevent browning.
- Optional: Add diced garlic or a pinch of cumin for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: guacamole, avocado dip, Mexican dip, quick guacamole, easy guacamole recipe
