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Guacamole

Guacamole with vibrant green mashed avocado is quick to make and loaded with fresh tomato, cilantro, and jalapeño. You’ll get a customizable texture—chunky or smooth—plus bright lime juice for a clean, authentic dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Guacamole base
  • 3 ripe avocados
  • 0.5 white onion Finely diced.
  • 1 jalapeño Minced; adjust for heat.
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro Chopped.
  • 1 Roma tomato Diced.
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 tsp salt To taste (start small).
  • 0.25 tsp pepper To taste (start small).
  • 1 tortilla chips For serving.

Method
 

Mash and mix
  1. Scoop the ripe avocados into a medium bowl.
  2. Mash the avocado with a fork until you reach your preferred consistency (chunky or smooth).
  3. Fold in the diced white onion, minced jalapeño, chopped fresh cilantro, and diced Roma tomato, mixing gently so the tomato pieces stay visible.
  4. Add the fresh lime juice and gently toss to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring just enough to distribute evenly.
Serve and prevent browning
  1. Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
  2. If not serving right away, place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole to help prevent browning.

Notes

For the best flavor, use ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure, and avoid over-mixing after the tomato goes in so you keep visible red pieces. Store covered in the fridge with plastic wrap pressed to the surface for up to 1 day; freezer is not recommended because the texture turns watery. For a lower-heat option, remove the jalapeño seeds and ribs or use half the amount.