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Top view of guacamole in a green bowl with a tortilla chip dipped into it, surrounded by lime, cilantro, avocado, and jalapeño on a wooden board.
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5 from 21 votes

Best Guacamole Recipe

This simple guacamole is creamy, chunky, and zesty — just the way it should be. Made with real ingredients and ready in minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegan
Freezer friendly: 3 Months
Shelf life: 1-2 Days
Servings: 4
Author: Samira

Ingredients

  • 3 avocados ripe
  • 1/2 white onion medium, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper small, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves finely chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
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Instructions

  • If not already chopped, finely chop the onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro; set them aside.
  • Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop into a bowl.
  • Mash the avocado to your desired consistency.
  • Add the chopped ingredients, lime juice, and salt. Mix well, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve immediately.

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Notes

  • Use ripe avocados for best flavor and texture
  • Don’t over-mash — a little chunk is good
  • Adjust lime and salt at the end, to taste.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1Side | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 785mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg