The Perfect Guacamole Recipe
Simple, fast, and incredibly delicious. What's the secret to making yours the best every time? Adding just enough lime!
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe avocados
- 1/2 small yellow onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves finely chopped
- 3 Tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 jalapeno including seeds, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Split the avocados lengthwise and use a large spoon to scoop the flesh out into a medium bowl. Mash with a fork until the avocado is mostly smooth but still has a few larger chunks.
- Stir in chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and jalapeno, if using. Whip lightly with the fork until guacamole has a slightly fluffy texture. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. If you’re feeling fancy, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with slices of lime. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Your avocados must be ripe, or you won't be able to mash them into a smooth consistency. They should be a very dark green and "give" slightly when pressed with your thumb.
- Guacamole can last at least 2 days and potentially 4 or 5 days in the fridge, depending on how well it is stored.
- The best way I've found to keep guacamole from turning brown is to smooth it into an even layer in a small container with a tight-fitting lid, squeeze a small amount of extra fresh lime juice over the surface, and then press a small sheet of plastic wrap gently on top of the surface, leaving enough of an overhang so that you can drape it over the sides, then press and seal the lid on top. Refrigerate and enjoy as needed.
- Recipe adapted from Big Bowl of Love by Christina Ferrare.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 113 kcal, Carbohydrates: 7 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 244 mg, Potassium: 347 mg, Fiber: 5 g, Sugar: 1 g, Vitamin A: 155 IU, Vitamin C: 11 mg, Calcium: 10 mg, Iron: 1 mg
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