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Guasacaca (Venezuelan Guacamole )

Guasacaca is Venezuela's version of guacamole. It's vibrant, fresh and bursting with delicious flavor! The recipe includes avocados, lots of fresh herbs, green pepper, jalapeño, vinegar and fresh lime juice.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 72 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: Venezuelan

Ingredients

  • 2 large ripe avocados seeded (I use Haas)
  • ½ medium onion halved
  • 1 small green or yellow bell pepper seeded and quartered
  • 1-2 medium jalapeño stemmed and seeded
  • 2 medium cloves garlic
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro tightly packed
  • ½ cup fresh parsley tightly packed
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoon fresh lime juice or more
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Combine all ingredients except olive oil in the bowl of a food processor. Process until fairly smooth.  (If you prefer a chunkier texture, use the pulse button until desired consistency is achieved.)
  2. Transfer to a bowl and add olive oil. Stir until oil is completely incorporated.
  3. Taste and add more salt, pepper, lime juice or vinegar, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 72kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Fat 6g (9%) Sodium 295mg (12%) Potassium 215mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Vitamin A 675IU (14%) Vitamin C 22.7mg (25%) Calcium 10mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 72

% Daily Value*

Calories 72kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Fat 6g 9%
Sodium 295mg 12%
Potassium 215mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Vitamin A 675IU 14%
Vitamin C 22.7mg 25%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.