Guacamole

Guacamole

This guacamole recipe gets a tasty kick from cayenne and cilantro. You can serve it smooth or chunky depending on your tastes.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4

Restaurant-worthy guacamole is just a few ingredients away. You'll be surprised how easy it is to make this top-rated guacamole recipe. You'll come back to it again and again!

What Is Guacamole?

Guacamole is an avocado-based dip or spread that originated in Mexico. It's typically made with mashed avocado and lime juice, then seasoned with salt and cilantro. Guacamole often contains tomatoes and onions.

How to Make Guacamole

You'll find the step-by-step recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

Guacamole Ingredients

These are the ingredients you'll need to make this irresistible guacamole recipe:

  • Avocados: Of course, you'll need avocados!
  • Lime: Lime juice adds brightness and slows down the browning process.
  • Salt: A teaspoon of salt enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Vegetables: You'll also need an onion and roma tomatoes.
  • Herbs and spices: Fresh cilantro, minced garlic, and cayenne pepper add tons of flavor.

How Do You Make Guacamole?

It couldn't be easier to make restaurant-worthy guac at home: Simply mix all the ingredients together! That's it. You'll find the step-by-step recipe below.

How to Serve Guacamole

Serve this guacamole with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping. You can also spread it on toast, use it as a hamburger or sandwich topping, or dollop it onto a baked potato.

Can You Freeze Guacamole?

Yes, you can freeze guacamole. Ladle it (in serving-size portions) into freezer bags, squeeze out the excess air, and flatten. Wrap the bags in foil for extra protection against freezer burn. Freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator.

Cookdap Community Tips and Praise

“If I could give 10 stars, I would,” raves LYNNESTWINS. “This is an AWESOME recipe. The only thing I changed was the tomato. I did not have a Roma on hand, only a homegrown Brandywine. A bit juicier but worked.”

“Love love love this recipe,” according to Christy Ratto-Bixby. “Easy to make, hard to keep around! It was devoured!!! I now add a dash or two of cumin and a jalape?o. So good!!”

“AMAZING,” says RPWells. “This is the guacamole recipe to end them all. I doubled it and should have tripled it. Everyone gobbled it up.”

Ingredients

  • 3 avocados – peeled, pitted, and mashed
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Mash avocados, lime juice, and salt together in a medium bowl; mix in tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and garlic. Stir in cayenne pepper.

Step 2
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for 1 hour for improved flavor.

Tips

Serve this guacamole with homemade tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

262
Calories
22g
Fat
18g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 262
% Daily Value *
Total Fat22g 28%
Saturated Fat3g 16%
Sodium596mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate18g 7%
Dietary Fiber11g 41%
Total Sugars3g
Protein4g
Vitamin C26mg 131%
Calcium35mg 3%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium866mg 18%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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