Description
This easy fresh guacamole recipe is a quick and flavorful dip perfect for any occasion. Creamy avocados mixed with zesty lemon juice, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro make this guacamole a crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients:
- 3 ripe Hass avocados
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- 1/4 cup onion, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 large Plum or Roma tomato, chopped finely
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cut and Mash Avocados: Cut avocados in half, remove the seed, scoop out the flesh, and mash until creamy in a medium bowl.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, onions, and salt until well combined.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate with plastic wrap directly on the guacamole to prevent browning.
Notes
- Swap lemon juice for lime for a zesty twist.
- Add an extra clove of garlic for more flavor.
- For heat, add chopped jalapeño.
- Save the pit for decoration.
- Store guacamole with water on top to prevent browning.
- Enhance color with extra lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
