Description
This homemade guacamole recipe features ripe Hass avocados blended with fresh ingredients like red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, and lime juice. It’s a quick and flavorful dip perfect for parties, snacks, or as a topping for Mexican dishes.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Ingredients
- 4 ripe Hass avocados, seeded and scooped from peel (about 26 oz before peeled and cored)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion, rinsed under water in mesh strainer and drained
- 1 large Roma tomato, seeded then diced
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped cilantro
- 1/2 – 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Avocados: Add avocados to a larger bowl and cut into avocados with a pastry cutter or fork until you’ve reached the texture you like.
- Combine Ingredients: Add red onion, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix and Serve: Toss mixture thoroughly then serve immediately for best results.
Notes
- Choose ripe Hass avocados for a creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Rinsing and draining the red onion reduces its sharpness for a milder taste.
- The amount of jalapeño can be adjusted based on desired spiciness.
- Serve guacamole immediately to prevent browning; if storing, cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed against the surface.
- Fresh lime juice not only adds flavor but helps to slow oxidation and browning of the avocado.
