Best Easy Guacamole Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
354 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Appetizer, Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Best Easy Guacamole Recipe
Description
The Best Easy Guacamole Recipe starts by finely chopping and smashing red onion and jalapeño with salt to release their flavors and soften their texture. Fresh cilantro is then added to this aromatic base, providing herbal brightness. Ripe avocados are prepared by halving, removing the pit, and scooping out flesh, which is mashed to the preferred texture using a potato masher.
The minced mixture is combined with the mashed avocado, and fresh lime juice is squeezed over the top, adding tang and preventing browning. The guacamole is stirred gently to blend all components, yielding a creamy yet textured dip with subtle heat from the jalapeño.
Serve guacamole at room temperature alongside tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats. Its fresh, vibrant flavors complement a wide range of dishes and add creamy contrast.
Keep guacamole fresh by covering it with a thin layer of oil or water to limit air exposure before refrigerating. Bring it back to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture. Proper avocado handling involves slicing lengthwise, gently removing the pit, and scooping carefully to avoid bruising the flesh.
Ingredients
- 2 avocado ripe
- 1 small red onion
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeds removed
- ½ lime
- ¼ cup cilantro fresh coriander leaves, leaves
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Using a cook's knife, finely chop the onion and jalapeño. Add salt and using the flat blade, press down to smash the ingredients. Continue to chop and smash till minced.
- Finely chop the cilantro into the minced ingredients.
- Prepare the avocados (see notes below), scooping them out into a bowl, and mash with a potato masher to desired consistency.
- Combine the minced ingredients with the mashed avocado and squeeze lime over the top. Stir well and serve at room temperature.
Notes
- Slice avocados lengthwise, rotate halves, and remove the pit gently by embedding and twisting a sharp knife blade.
- Serve guacamole at room temperature to enhance flavor and texture.
- When storing, cover with a thin layer of oil or water to reduce browning, keep in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to two days.
- Allow chilled guacamole to come back to room temperature before serving for best taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 354kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1092mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 15g | 60% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 504IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 47mg | 52% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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