Description
Fresh homemade guacamole made with ripe avocados, lime juice, red onion, tomato, and cilantro. A bold, flavorful dip perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1–2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: 1 jalapeño, minced (seeds removed for less heat)
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- Use a fork to mash the avocados, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in the chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeño if using.
- Add fresh lime juice and salt to taste, then stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or store with plastic wrap pressed against the surface.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados that yield slightly to pressure for the best texture.
- For extra freshness, add a thin layer of lime juice or water before storing to prevent browning.
- You can customize the flavor with garlic, mango, bacon, or extra lime.
- Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, toast, or veggies for dipping.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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