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Classic Guacamole

This simple and fresh guacamole recipe combines ripe avocados with zesty lime juice, a hint of onion, and a touch of spice. It's perfect as an appetizer or a flavorful dip for any occasion.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
15 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Per serving
214 kcal
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Classic Guacamole

Mise en place

Ingredients

Measurements

Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.

  • 3 pcsavocado, ripe
  • 2 tbsplime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 pcsred onion, finely minced
  • 0.5 pcsjalapeño, finely minced, seeds removed
  • 2 tbspcilantro, chopped
  • 0.5 tspsalt
  • 0.25 tspblack pepper
  • 0.5 pcstomato, diced, seeds removed(optional)

Equipment

fork · bowl

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.

    About 2 min

  2. 2

    Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency, leaving some chunks for texture.

    About 3 min

    Cook’s note: Do not over-mash; some texture is desirable.

  3. 3

    Add the lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado.

    About 2 min

  4. 4

    Gently fold all the ingredients together until well combined.

    About 2 min

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño if desired.

    About 1 min

  6. 6

    If using, gently stir in the diced tomato.

    About 1 min

    Cook’s note: Adding tomato is optional and can make the guacamole more watery if not deseeded properly.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.

Per serving

Nutrition

Calories
213.5kcal
Protein
2.9g
Carbs
13.8g
Fat
19.2g
Fibre
9.4g
Sugar
1.8g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover guacamole in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent browning.

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