Homemade Guacamole
This homemade guacamole recipe blends creamy avocados with fresh ingredients and zesty lime juice, creating a flavorful dip perfect for any occasion
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Fork or mashing
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1-2 jalapeños finely diced (adjust to your spice preference)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes diced
- ½ red onion finely chopped
- Juice of 1-2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper chili flakes adjust based on your spice tolerance
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Mash the avocados with a fork or potato masher until you reach your desired consistency—some people like it chunky, while others prefer it smoother.
- Add in the diced tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion to the mashed avocados.
- Once combined add in the diced jalapeño, salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper chili flakes.
- Finaly add the chopped cilantro, squeeze the juice of 1-2 limes into the mixture. Lime juice not only adds a zesty flavor but also helps prevent the avocados from browning. Seaso
- Gently fold all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste the guacamole and make any necessary adjustments to the seasoning or lime juice.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, making sure it's in direct contact with the guacamole to minimize browning. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- When you're ready to serve, give the guacamole a final stir and garnish with extra cilantro or a slice of lime.
Nutrition
Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 926mgFiber: 11gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1028IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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