Description
This Cheesy Guacamole recipe combines creamy ripe avocados with zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, spicy jalapeño, and a delightful mix of shredded cheddar and crumbled queso fresco cheeses. Perfectly seasoned and served with crunchy tortilla chips, it’s an exciting twist on classic guacamole that brings cheesy richness and vibrant flavors to your appetizer table.
Ingredients
Scale
Guacamole Base
- 3 ripe avocados
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
Cheese and Seasoning
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Serving
- Garden of Eatin’ Bowls Tortilla Chips for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, then scoop out the flesh into a medium bowl using a spoon.
- Add Flavorings: Add the lime juice, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, shredded cheddar (or Mexican blend) cheese, crumbled queso fresco, and minced jalapeño to the bowl with avocado.
- Season and Mash: Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste, then use a fork to roughly mash the mixture until you achieve your preferred guacamole consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the cheesy guacamole fresh with tortilla chips for dipping to enjoy the creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors at their best.
Notes
- Queso fresco can be substituted with cotija cheese if unavailable.
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity for your desired level of spiciness.
- Serve immediately to prevent browning; squeeze additional lime juice if storing briefly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1.2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
