Guacamole

I have been making this guacamole since I was a teenager! It is rich and creamy made from ripe avocados, tomato, red onion, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. It has a buttery texture, with a zesty, savory flavor profile making it perfect for dipping tortilla chips, on salads, tacos, fajitas or topping just about anything! Be sure to try the best Salsa Fresca and this Pineapple Salsa!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This guacamole is loaded with heart-healthy fats: essential nutrients, and high fiber making it the perfect anytime snack for your family.  

It’s Paleo and Whole30: Having no gluten, grains, or dairy, it is the perfect dish if you need to keep it Paleo or Whole30 friendly. Plus it’s plant-based too!

Ingredients You Will Need

Avocado: is a nutrient dense, pear shaped, fruit with a creamy, pale green, non-sweet flesh that is rich in healthy fats and vitamins.

Tomato: is a versatile, nutrient-dense fruit (botanically a berry) often treated as a vegetable, characterized by its smooth skin, juicy, and savory-sweet, acidic flavor.

Red onion: adds a crunchy texture and bold flavor, elevating this guacamole with its zesty kick.

Lime juice: adds a fresh, bright, and tangy element, which can help balance the richness of the other ingredients.

Fresh cilantro: has a flavor that is often described as bright, herbaceous, and citrusy.

Salt: always salt in moderation in accordance with your dietary preferences.

Instructions

Mash the avocados: in a bowl with a fork.

Add: the diced onion, diced tomato, lime juice, chopped cilantro and salt. Mix well with fork.

Enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Choose avocados: such as Hass avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure near the stem but are not mushy.

Hand mash: using a fork or potato masher for a rustic guacamole with a chunky texture rather than a food processor.

Balance the acidity: of the fresh lime juice, with enough salt (preferably sea salt or kosher salt) to bring out the avocado’s richness.

Recipe Variations

Cumin: I will often add a healthy teaspoon of cumin to my guacamole for a slightly different flavor.

Roma tomato: is a great option as they are less seedy resulting in a thicker guacomole.

Parsley: can be used instead of cilantro.

Storage Tips

If you are not enjoying it fresh be sure to press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole to eliminate air contact. This will help prevent browning.

FAQ’s About Guacamole

How can I tell if an avocado is ripe?

Color should be dark green to blackish. It should have a slight give when squeezed, but not feel mushy. If you remove the stem it should be light green and not brown.

Can I freeze guacamole?

Yes, you can freeze guacamole in an airtight container or zip-top bag with the air pressed out for up to 2 months.

What kind of avocado should I use?

Hass avocados are preferred for their high fat content and creaminess.