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    Home » Recipes » The Best Guacamole

    The Best Guacamole

    Last Updated: Aug 5, 2021

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    This is the best guacamole recipe you'd ever have! It is tasty, super easy to prepare, quick and requires only 5 ingredients. 

    Guacamole served in a bowl with a tortilla chip and fresh lime slices.

    Guacamole is really one of those dishes that is a must have at any gathering. It is fresh, delicious and so easy to make. You really only need about 5 ingredients, give or take, and 10 minutes of your time.

    You can have it with chips, tostones and even use it as topping for toast, burgers and tacos! The possible combinations are endless.

    Homemade guacamole topped with fresh tomato and slices of lime.

    Tips for making Guacamole:

    Buy the perfect avocado. Getting the right avocado can be tricky. It took me quite a while to figure out how to pick out the best avocado. They can often be too hard or way too ripe. The trick is to choose an avocado that is only slightly tender to the touch, not too tender, and which shows a nice yellow top when the stem is removed.

    Cut the avocados properly. To get started with the guacamole, you need to learn how to cut and peel the avocados properly. Here's an easy video on how to do it.

    Overhead shot of guacamole in a bowl.

    Do not over mash the avocado. Make sure to leave a few chunks in there for added texture.

    Add lime juice. Adding lime juice will not only add a little acidity and flavor to the guacamole, but it will also keep the avocado from turning brown for a longer period of time.

    Guacamole piled high in a heavy stone bowl with garnishes.

    Add toppings. When I make my guacamole I like to add onions, tomatoes, and cilantro for added texture and flavor. I also add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

    Season appropriately. Make sure to add enough salt to the guacamole. Adding enough salt will enhance the taste of the avocados. I also add a pinch of ground black pepper for a little extra flavor.

    Guacamole with a tortilla chip and lime slices.

    How to Keep the Guacamole looking fresh longer

    Avocados turn brown when exposed to air. Adding acidity helps to temporarily keep the guacamole looking green and fresh.

    If you have leftovers that you'd like to save for a later time, you can transfer the guacamole to a size appropriate bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap making sure no air comes into the bowl.

    A hand holding a tortilla chip, dipping into the guacamole.

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    The Best Guacamole

    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time0 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Servings: 4 porciones
    Calories: 255kcal
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Author: Vanessa
    5 from 2 votes
    Guacamole served in a bowl with a tortilla chip and fresh lime slices.
    This is the best guacamole recipe you'd ever have! It is tasty, super easy to prepare, quick and requires only 5 ingredients.

    INGREDIENTS

    • 3 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
    • ½ cup white onion, finely chopped
    • ½ cup tomato, diced
    • 2 tablespoon cilantro, roughly chopped
    • 1 small jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed (from about 1 lime)
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Using a spoon, scoop the flesh of the avocados into a low serving bowl.
    • Mash the avocado, using a fork, leaving some large chunks for texture.
    • Add the onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
    • Serve immediately with chips.

    NOTES

    To reserve for later, cover tightly with plastic wrap making sure that no air comes in.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 804mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 426IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. ALe

      April 05, 2019 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe!! It is very authentic.

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    2. Kate

      March 16, 2019 at 10:23 am

      5 stars
      Looks great! I usually don't put any tomato in mine, but this looks really yummy!

      Reply
    3. María de Alvear Colino

      August 17, 2018 at 3:21 pm

      Está genial esta receta, nosotros también hacemos un guacamole buenísimo y muy fácil de hacer y de mantener en nuestros servicios de catering. Tenemos un menú degustación tex-mex que tiene mucho éxito!!

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      • Vanessa

        August 20, 2018 at 2:04 pm

        Mil gracias! 🙂

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