Description
This homemade guacamole recipe is a fresh and vibrant dip that combines ripe avocados with zesty lime juice, savory garlic, and a hint of cayenne.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup red onion (diced)
- 3 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes (diced)
- 3 large avocados
- 1 large lime (juiced)
Instructions
- Place the minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of salt directly onto a cutting board. Using a large knife, run the blade over the garlic and salt repeatedly to mash them together into a smooth, paste-like mixture.
- Transfer the garlic and salt paste to a medium mixing bowl. Add the diced red onion, chopped cilantro, cayenne powder, and diced Roma tomatoes to the bowl.
- Cut each avocado in half and remove the pits. Scoop out the avocado flesh and add it to the mixture in the bowl. Immediately squeeze the juice of one large lime onto the avocado to keep it fresh and add tanginess.
- Using a fork or potato masher, mash the avocados together with the other ingredients to your preferred consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly. Taste and add additional salt, lime juice, or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavor of this creamy, flavorful guacamole.
Notes
- Best served fresh.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to minimize browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg