Description

This creamy guacamole is an easy, hearty, and healthy dip perfect for family-friendly weeknight dinners or casual weekend gatherings, offering a vibrant green color and zesty aroma. It turns simple avocados into an unforgettable snack or side dish.

Ingredients

3 ripe avocados, Haas variety preferred
0.25 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
0.25 cup red onion, finely minced
1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
0.5 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

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Instructions

Prepare Avocados: Carefully cut avocados in half lengthwise, remove the large pit, and scoop the bright green flesh into a medium mixing bowl using a spoon. Discard the skins and pits.
Mash Avocados: Using a fork or a potato masher, gently mash the avocado until mostly smooth. Mash thoroughly but leave a few small chunks for a pleasant bite.
Combine Flavors: Stir in the finely chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, minced red onion, minced garlic (if using), and sea salt. Mix until the ingredients are just combined and evenly distributed.
Taste And Adjust: Taste a small spoonful of your creamy guacamole. Add more salt or lime juice if needed; the flavors should taste vibrant and balanced.
Serve Or Store: For the freshest flavor, serve your Creamy Guacamole with Lime and Cilantro right away. If storing, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent oxygen exposure and browning.

Notes

For extra creaminess, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream. Boost flavor with diced jalapeño (seeds removed), a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika, a dash of hot sauce, diced Roma tomatoes (seeds removed), freshly ground black pepper, or finely diced bell pepper. To store, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning.

Prep Time: 11 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-Cook, Mashing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 0.25 cup (60 g)
Calories: 120 calories
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 145 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg