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Best Homemade Guacamole Recipe

The Best Guacamole Recipe is simple and uses bright fresh ingredients. All you need is the right combination of avocados, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos, garlic, lime juice, and a little salt. Easy and delicious!
Author: Nikki Lee
Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 large ripe avocadoes
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1-2 small Roma tomatoes chopped
  • 1 small jalapeno seeded and deveined, finely diced
  • 1-2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 - 2 fresh limes juiced (start with 1 and add)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mash avocados until combined but still a little chunky (or desired smoothness). This is easily done with a fork or a potato masher.
  • To the bowl, add in red onion, cilantro, tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust as desired.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or veggies. Or use to top your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes.

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Notes

    • When possible make it just before serving. Just like bananas, avocados oxidize quickly (or turn brown) after you slice them open. If this happens it really doesn't change the taste, but just isn't as appetizing when served.
    • Taste and adjust to your liking. Everyone has different preferences, so add more of the ingredients you love or take away the ones you don't. If you like it extra spicy, add in more jalapeño. And don't forget to salt to taste as well, then add a little more if needed.
Storage: Using a layer of plastic wrap pressed down on top of the surface of the guacamole will help it stay fresh for a day or two. I have found pouring a little water over the guacamole is also a great way to keep it green and fresh as well.
How to Keep Guacamole Green?
    • Place the guacamole in an airtight container and press it down flat with the back of a spoon. Make sure it is spread all the way to each edge and that you push out any air bubbles. This will prevent water from leaking down into the guacamole.
    • Gently pour a thin layer of water (about ½ inch) over the top (I use cool water), covering it completely.
    • Place on the lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • When ready to serve, remove and pour off the water. Give it a stir to incorporate any moisture and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 542mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 309IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

Find it online:

www.soulfullymade.com/homemade-guacamole/