The Best Easy Guacamole Made in Just 10 Minutes
Easy and delicious guacamole recipe made with fresh ingredients. This is the best guacamole you'll ever make in just minutes!
Servings: 8 yields
Calories: 128kcal
Ingredients
- 3 medium Avocados ripe
- 1 small Tomato cored and finely chopped (optional)
- 1 small Green chili or jalapeño finely chopped
- ½ small Small red/white onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro finely chopped
- 1 Lime or lemon (juiced)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep the avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.
- Add acidity and mash: Add lemon or lime juice, then mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher to your preferred texture, chunky or smooth.
- Add flavor: Stir in the chopped chili or jalapeño, onion, cilantro, and tomato (if using).
- Season: Add salt to taste, then stir again. Adjust with more salt or citrus juice as needed.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite dishes.
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Notes
- Choosing avocados: Use ripe but not overripe Hass avocados. They should yield slightly when gently squeezed, too soft and they may be stringy or brown.
- Citrus juice: Lime is more traditional and adds a bright tang, but lemon works well too. Use fresh juice only, never bottled.
- Onion: Red onion adds sharpness and color, but white onion is milder. Rinse chopped onions under cold water to tone down their bite.
- Heat level: Jalapeño gives a classic mild kick, but you can swap it with serrano for more heat, or omit it entirely for a milder guacamole.
- Tomato: Adding tomato gives a juicy texture and color, but it's optional, especially if you're aiming for a thicker dip.
- Cilantro flavor: Fresh cilantro is essential for authentic flavor. If you're not a fan, use a smaller amount or skip it.
- Mash consistency: For chunkier guacamole, mash gently and stir lightly. For a creamier texture, mash more thoroughly.
- Storage: Guacamole is best fresh, but if needed, store it in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to limit oxidation. Keep refrigerated for up to 1-2 days.
- Serving ideas: Great with tortilla chips, tacos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, toast, grilled meats, or even as a salad topping.
Nutrition
Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 316mg | Potassium: 408mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 216IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg