Pomegranate Guacamole (Christmas Festive!)
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Pomegranate Guacamole (Christmas Festive!)
Description
The Pomegranate Guacamole recipe starts by mashing ripe avocados along with diced red onion, chopped cilantro, finely diced jalapeno with seeds removed, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, and sea salt. These ingredients combine to create a creamy, well-balanced base with layers of savory, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors.
Adding pomegranate seeds into the mixture introduces crunchy sweetness and a burst of juiciness, offering a contrast in texture and flavor that livens the guacamole. Topping the dip with additional pomegranate seeds and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro creates an attractive presentation with festive red and green colors.
This guacamole variation is excellent served with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos or grilled meats, or as part of a holiday appetizer spread. The fruitiness from the pomegranate complements the richness of avocado and freshness of lime, enhancing the overall flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 3 avocado ripe
- ½ red onion diced, small
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeds removed and finely diced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 lime juiced
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ¾ cup pomegranate seed divided
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the pomegranate seeds to a mixing bowl.
- Use a fork to mash the ingredients together, until well combined.
- Add 1/2 cup of the pomegranate seeds and stir together. Then transfer into a serving bowl.
- Top with the remaining 1/4 cup of pomegranate seeds and an extra sprinkle of cilantro, for that red and green pop of color.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 304mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 841mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 325IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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