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Super Simple Guacamole (+ Video)

How do you make a super simple guacamole? This is not only simple, but healthy, and so easy. Whether you are making it for Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday or just because you have a craving, it might become your favorite recipe too.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 166 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2-3 small-medium Avocados | Ripe but firm, gives slightly under a tiny bit of pressure, if you remove the stem, it should be bright green. Halved, scooped and pitted.
  • ½ teaspoon seasoning salt | I use Lawry's more or less to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Roma tomato | diced small --optional
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh salsa | Adds a little spice texture and definitely flavor!
  • ½ fresh lime juice | squeezed
  • Kosher Salt to taste |
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro

Instructions

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  1. Using a sharp knife, slice through the avocado to the pit all the way around, then scoop out the avocado flesh using a spoon, repeat with second avocado.
  2. Mash slightly for more chunky guacamole, you will continue mixing as you add the various ingredients, which will natural smooth it out, we like ours a little chunky.
  3. Toss in ¼ - ½ teaspoon garlic powder, a few shakes of Lawry's Seasoning salt (not too much, you can always add more salt, you can't remove it) and a tablespoon or two of your favorite salsa.
  4. Add in fresh, chopped tomatoes (if desired), squeeze in half a lime, then taste. Adding a little more salt, lime or salsa if desired. Finally, stir in 1 tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve immediatly with your favorite tortilla chips and salsa!

Notes

  • This recipe doubles and triples easily, start with less of the salt and lime juice and taste until the flavors are just right.
  • Optional to add 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder, my salsa has onions in it, so I don't usually add.
  • STORAGE: I typically make mine according to our needs and rarely have any leftover. It will last 1-3 days in the fridge, but really, can you resist it. Read below for tips on storing healthy guacamole.
  • How to Keep Guacamole from turning brown:
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  • Add lime or lemon juice to your guacamole, not only does the citrus add a lovely zest and zing to the dip, but it provides a barrier to the natural oxidation that happens when avocados are exposed to air.
  • If storing, smooth the guac as flat as possible, then place a piece of plastic wrap, directly on the surface. This will help slow the oxidation process.
  • If your guac develops a brown layer, it will not hurt you, either skim it off or just stir it in, you will have bright green guac once again.
  • Smooth the guacamole into a flat layer.
  • Pour a thin but visible layer of water or lemon/lime juice over the guacamole to form an air barrier.
  • Place a piece of plastic wrap onto the guacamole to prevent air pockets, or place in a sealed container.

Nutrition Information

Serving 11 serving Calories 166kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 12g Sodium 271mg (11%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166

% Daily Value*

Serving 11 serving
Calories 166kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12g 71%
Sodium 271mg 11%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 1g 2%

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