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Guacamole Recipe Plus How To Keep It Green

Published: Oct 11, 2022 by Muna · This post may contain affiliate links ·

Recipe

If you're looking for the best guacamole recipe online, you're in the right place! This easy guacamole recipe is everything you've been looking for and will give you the most delicious one you've ever had with simple ingredients.

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  • 🥘 INGREDIENTS YOU'LL NEED
  • 🔪 HOW TO MAKE
  • 💭 COOKING TIPS
  • 📖 DELICIOUS VARIATIONS
  • 💬 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  • 🍲 MORE MEXICAN RECIPES YOU'LL LOVE
  • 🌡️ STORING
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

Guacamole is the quintessential dip made with perfectly ripe avocados, red onions, lime juice, and some salt! It goes incredibly well with some tortilla chips, or you can even serve it on the side of enchiladas, tacos, or oven-baked chicken. 

Consider adding this guac to your next batch of quesadillas, wraps, or even some deviled eggs! We love this recipe for its simplicity; it's all about having the right ingredients and mixing them!

Guacamole recipe. Authentic Mexican recipe made with simple, fresh ingredients.

🥘 INGREDIENTS YOU'LL NEED

This recipe is super quick and easy to make, and you'll end up with the most delicious guacamole ever!

You can scroll down to the recipe card for further details and instructions.

Avocados: You'll need some perfectly ripe avocados for a smooth and creamy consistency and the right flavor.

Salt: Guacamole, in its simplest form, is a combination of mashed avocados and salt. But my recipe takes it to the next level with the perfect blend of ingredients.

Onion: You'll also need some red onions to add a delicious sharp flavor to your guac.

Lime juice: For the perfect flavor burst, we'll add some lime juice to our delicious homemade guacamole.

Homemade Mexican Guacamole.

🔪 HOW TO MAKE

This recipe will give you the classic guacamole flavor but even better at home in just a few simple steps for the tastiest one you've ever had.

The full instructions are in the recipe card below, but let's look at the main steps to make this dip.

Step 1: 

Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon and place it in a bowl. Use a fork to mash the avocados. 

Step 2:

Now add all the rest of the ingredients and mix it all well. Garnish it with cilantro leaves.

Step 3: 

Your delicious guacamole is ready to be served. Serve it immediately with some tortilla chips, inside a wrap or quesadilla, or on the side of your favorite enchiladas. 

Close up image of Guacamole.

💭 COOKING TIPS

  • The trick to having the tastiest guacamole is to find perfectly ripe avocados that give you the right creamy consistency and flavor.
  • You can mash your guac till it's entirely smooth or leave it chunky, as I've done here. It all depends on your personal preference. 
  • Adding lime juice to your guacamole will prevent it from browning too fast. But it can only slow down the process, not stop it altogether, as your green guacamole will turn brown eventually due to oxidation. 
  • Serve your guacamole immediately after making it for the best results. You can, however, make it an hour or two in advance. In that case, read the section below to learn how to store it.

📖 DELICIOUS VARIATIONS

This guac recipe is perfect, but if you're looking to experiment a bit, here are some options: 

Spicier: You can make your guacamole spicier by adding chopped jalapeño or serrano peppers. 

Acidic: If you want it to be a bit zestier, you can add some more lime juice to it. Alternatively, you can add some chopped tomatoes that balance the flavors perfectly. Roma tomatoes are a great option in this case.

Fruits: A popular Mexican variation of guacamole includes pomegranate seeds and chunks of peaches. Other things you can add to it include pineapples, strawberries, peaches, and even mangoes. 

Avocado dip freshly made.

💬 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How to cut an avocado?

The best way to cut an avocado is half lengthwise with a sharp chef's knife and then twist the halves. The pit will be on one of the sides.
You can split the avocado into quarters and use your fingers or a spoon to scoop out the pit, or delicately tap your chef's knife against the pit and twist it to remove it while covering your hand with a towel.
Score it with a knife and then scoop out the avocado into a bowl before continuing with the recipe and mashing it.

How can I serve guacamole?

Guacamole is more than just a dip. It is a topping or side dish for nachos, enchiladas, tacos, grilled salmon, and even baked chicken.
Guac also works well when used inside other dishes. You might try adding some to a tuna sandwich, using it as a filler for quesadillas and wraps, or even incorporating it into your next batch of deviled eggs.

How do I keep my guacamole green?

The secret to keeping guacamole green is preventing it from coming into contact with air! Transfer the mixture to a container, cover it with plastic wrap, and compress the plastic wrap to remove any air bubbles.
Ensure that any exposed guacamole touches the plastic wrap and not the
air. This will minimize the amount of browning.

🍲 MORE MEXICAN RECIPES YOU'LL LOVE

  • Ground Beef Quesadilla with Cheese
  • Mexican Chicken and Rice Arroz Con Pollo
  • Homemade Flour Tortillas
  • Beef Empanadas Recipe A Latin American Delight

🌡️ STORING

Fridge: Guacamole is best served immediately after making it, but you can store it by covering your guac with plastic wrap and pressing down till the plastic touches the guacamole. This will prevent it from coming in contact with air and won't oxidize as fast. This way, you can store leftovers for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Freezing your guacamole is not recommended, as the texture will change entirely.

📖 Recipe

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Guacamole Recipe

Authentic Mexican recipe made with simple, fresh ingredients. Homemade Mexican Guacamole, perfect appetizer and a side dish.
4.50 from 2 votes
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Course: Dip, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: guacamole
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 172kcal
Author: Muna Kenny

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado mashed
  • 1 stick celery minced
  • 1 green onion finely chopped
  • 1 green chili finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Juice of one lime
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • In a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocado.
  • Lime juice will prevent the guacamole from going brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 519mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 217IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Angie@Angie's Recipes

    August 26, 2016 at 3:22 am

    One of my favourite dips...deliciously creamy and healthy!

    Reply
  2. Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

    September 13, 2016 at 6:15 am

    Love guacamole and this looks fantastic and yummy. Thanks for the tips for keeping it green! 🙂

    Reply
    • munatycooking

      September 13, 2016 at 11:36 am

      Thanks for stopping by Anu 🙂

      Reply

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