Appetizer - Fresh Guacamole¶
A quick, vibrant, and creamy guacamole that’s loaded with flavor and comes together in just 10 minutes! Perfect for dipping with chips, serving with tacos, or topping off grilled meats.
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🌍 Cuisine¶
Mexican
⏱ Time¶
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings¶
4 to 6 servings
🧂 Ingredients¶
| Ingredient | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Red onion, diced | ⅓ cup | ~50g |
| Lime juice | From 2 limes | ~60ml |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves | ~6g |
| Sea salt | ¾ teaspoon | ~4g |
| Ripe avocados | 3 large | ~600g (200g each) |
| Roma tomatoes, diced | 2 | ~240g |
| Fresh cilantro, chopped | ½ cup | ~20g |
| Jalapeño, diced | 1, seeded | ~15g |
🥣 Instructions¶
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🧅 Marinate aromatics:
In a large mixing bowl, combine ⅓ cup (50g) diced red onion, juice of 2 limes (~60ml), 2 minced garlic cloves (6g), and ¾ teaspoon (4g) sea salt. Stir well and let sit for 10 minutes. This mellows the sharpness of the raw onion and garlic. -
🥑 Mash avocados:
Halve and pit 3 large ripe avocados (~600g total). Scoop out the flesh and add to the bowl. Use a fork for a chunky texture or a potato masher for a smooth dip. Mash to your desired consistency. -
🍅 Add fresh mix-ins:
Gently fold in 2 diced roma tomatoes (~240g), ½ cup (20g) chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 seeded and diced jalapeño pepper (~15g). Mix until well combined. -
🧪 Taste and adjust:
Taste your guacamole. Add more lime juice or salt if needed. Serve immediately.
🔖 Notes¶
- For chunkier guacamole, mash with a fork. For smoother texture, use a potato masher.
- If avocados are small or underripe, stir in a spoonful of sour cream to stretch the mixture.
- To keep guacamole from browning, press plastic wrap directly on the surface before storing.
🔢 Nutrition (per serving, ~5 servings)¶
- Calories: 266 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 22g (3g saturated)
- Fiber: 12g
- Sodium: 451mg
- Vitamin C: 35mg
- Potassium: 883mg
Source: Preppy Kitchen