Guacamole Recipe
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Guacamole Recipe
Description
The guacamole is prepared by mashing ripe avocados to the desired texture, from chunky to smooth. Fresh ingredients such as finely diced onion, chopped cilantro, and jalapeno add layers of flavor and a slight kick. Lime juice brightens the dip while kosher salt enhances its natural richness. Diced Roma tomato is optional, contributing freshness and texture but can be omitted based on preference.
This preparation combines creamy avocado with a mix of pungent and zesty notes, resulting in a balanced dip that’s cool and flavorful. The gentle heat from jalapeno adds a subtle spice without overpowering the smoothness of the avocado. Guacamole is commonly served with tortilla chips, but it also complements Mexican dishes like tacos and quesadillas.
For best results, use avocados that yield slightly under gentle pressure without being mushy, ensuring freshness and optimal flavor. The seasoning can be adjusted by adding more lime juice or salt to taste, and the inclusion of tomato is optional depending on the texture and flavor desired.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocado
- 1 Roma tomato diced (optional
- 1 jalapeno pepper diced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- ¼ small onion finely diced
- ½ lime juiced, plus more as needed
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more as needed
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit with a sharp knife. Scoop out the fruit using a spoon and transfer it into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mash the avocados using a fork, a potato masher, or a molcajete until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro, tomato, onion, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Notes
- Select ripe avocados that are slightly soft but not overly mushy for optimal flavor and texture.
- Check avocado ripeness by removing the small stem; if the color underneath is green, the avocado is ripe.
- Adding diced tomato is optional and based on personal preference.
- Be generous with kosher salt, starting with the recommended amount and adjusting as needed for taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4th of recipe | |
| Calories | 120kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 587mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 373mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 150IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 12.4mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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