Description
This fresh and zesty guacamole recipe combines ripe avocados with yellow onion, tomato, garlic, lime juice, salt, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper for a perfect creamy and flavorful dip. Perfect as a snack or accompaniment to Mexican dishes, this simple guacamole is quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup diced yellow onion (red onion works too)
- 1 roma tomato, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lime, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or flaky sea salt (more or less to taste)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves and stems
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
- Mash the Avocados: Using a fork or a potato masher, gently mash the avocado to your desired consistency, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Add Aromatics and Seasonings: Add the diced yellow onion, diced roma tomato, minced garlic, and finely chopped cilantro into the bowl with the avocado. Stir to combine.
- Add Lime Juice and Salt: Pour in the fresh lime juice and sprinkle the kosher or flaky sea salt. Mix well to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Add Heat: Finely dice the jalapeño pepper, removing seeds if preferred less heat, and fold it into the guacamole mixture.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the guacamole and adjust salt or lime juice as desired to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
- Serve Immediately or Chill: For best flavor, serve immediately with tortilla chips or use as a topping. You can cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld, but avoid longer to prevent browning.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for the best creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control spiciness according to your preference.
- To prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole if storing.
- Feel free to substitute lime with lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.
Keywords: guacamole, avocado dip, Mexican dip, vegan appetizer, fresh guacamole, healthy snack