Easy Guacamole
This is a classic guacamole and chip recipe with tons of fresh flavor and optional spice.
Servings 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 avocados
- ⅓ cup red onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeño deseeded and finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped
- 2-3 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ - ½ teaspoon table salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Cut each avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop the avocado into a large mixing bowl, then use a fork to mash it until it’s mostly smooth, leaving a few small chunks for texture.
- Add finely diced red onions, jalapeño (seeds removed if you prefer milder spice), cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper flakes.
- Mix everything and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more lime juice for brightness, salt for depth, or a little extra red pepper flakes for more spice.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve guacamole and chips immediately for the best flavor and color.
Notes
How to Quickly Ripen Your Avocado
Avocados ripen after being picked, so if yours are still hard, toss them in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple. The gas from the fruit will speed up the ripening process. This usually takes about a day or two.
How To Store
Scoop your guacamole into a storage container. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole before storing it in the fridge. If your guacamole turns brown on top, scoop off the browned layer, and you will have bright green guacamole underneath.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g
