Description
This simple guacamole recipe is a quick and delicious fresh dip featuring creamy avocados blended with zesty lime juice, garlic, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and a touch of warm spices. It’s a perfect accompaniment for tacos, chips, or happy hour gatherings and is ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
Guacamole Ingredients
- 3 large Avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons finely diced Red Onion
- 1 Jalapeño, deseeded and finely minced
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped Fresh Cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon Chipotle Powder or Chili Powder
- Sea Salt, to taste
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the avocados: Place a clean kitchen towel under your cutting board to prevent it from slipping. Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits gently by twisting or using a spoon, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mash the avocados: Using a fork or pastry blender, mash the avocado flesh until mostly smooth but retaining a few small chunks for texture, combining creamy and chunky for the ideal guacamole consistency.
- Mix in the flavor: Add the lime juice, finely minced garlic, red onion, jalapeño, chopped cilantro including tender stems, ground cumin, and chipotle powder. Stir everything together until evenly combined.
- Season and taste: Add sea salt and fresh ground black pepper according to your taste preference. Adjust the acidity with more lime juice if needed to brighten the flavors.
- Store or serve: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole to minimize browning and refrigerate until ready to serve, or enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to get the best texture and flavor.
- Jalapeño seeds can be included if you prefer more heat.
- Serving immediately ensures the freshest taste; otherwise, cover tightly to prevent oxidation.
- Optional: Add diced tomatoes or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
