Guacamole Recipe Easy

This easy guacamole recipe will take you less than 5 minutes to make. Its a simple recipe that uses minimal ingredients, just like authentic guacamole. You will love this easy, healthy, and delicious guacamole recipe!

If youve only ever bought guacamole before, right now would be a great time to stop doing that. Seriously. Please stop. Please, please. Making this simple guacamole yourself is almost as easy as taking a lid off a jar, and it is SO MUCH tastier.

Therere lots of different ways you can make guacamole. But after years of making our favorite dip, weve found that using just a few fresh ingredients is always the best. This recipe is how we make guacamole 90% of the time. Its a super simple and super delicious guac recipe!

guacamole recipe easy

Best Ever Guacamole (Fresh, Easy & Authentic)

guacamole recipe easy

A tried and true guacamole recipe that’s easy to make, uses fresh ingredients and is loaded with flavor. It’s the best guacamole dip hands down. Watch the video above to see how quickly it comes together!

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 184.8 kcal, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, Fat 15.8 g, Saturated Fat 2.2 g, Sodium 305.5 mg, Fiber 7.6 g, Sugar 1.7 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 3 avocados (ripe)
  • ½ small yellow onion (finely diced)
  • 2 Roma tomatoes (diced)
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (seeds removed and finely diced)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

Instruction:

  1. Slice the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the avocado with a fork and make it as chunky or smooth as you’d like.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients and stir together. Give it a taste test and add a pinch more salt or lime juice if needed.
  4. Serve the guacamole with tortilla chips.

Easy Guacamole Recipe

guacamole recipe easy

This quick and easy guacamole recipe will take you less than 5 minutes to make. It is super simple, healthy, and so delicious. I promise you that anyone can make this!

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 2

Serving Size: 1 serving = ½ cup

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 serving = ½ cup, calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 22 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 11 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 18 g

Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe avocados
  • 1 lime
  • 1-2 cloves garlic (grated on a Microplane or finely minced)
  • Large pinch of salt

Instruction:

  1. To cut the avocados, run a knife around the avocado (from top to bottom) and twist in half. Pull out and discard the pit. Using a spoon or your thumb, remove the flesh and place into a medium-sized bowl.
  2. Cut the lime in half and squeeze both halves into the bowl with the avocado, being careful not to get any seeds in the bowl. Add the garlic, salt and any/all or none of the optional ingredients (see notes). Using a fork gently mash each avocado half a few times then stir all ingredients together.

Easy Guacamole (Our Favorite)

guacamole recipe easy

For the best guacamole, use ripe avocados. You’ll know when an avocado is ripe when it gives slightly when squeezed. Keep unripe avocados at room temperature until they are ready. See this tutorial for more about buying, cutting, and storing avocados. Try not to over-mash the avocados. We are looking for a chunky dip, not an entirely smooth one. I’ve found a fork to be the best tool when mashing avocados for guacamole. You can see me using one in our video below. For spicy guacamole, leave the seeds and membrane in the peppers and add to taste.

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: Makes approximately 6 servings

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1/6 of recipe, calories 119, Protein 2 g, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 2 g, Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe medium avocados
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems, chopped
  • 1 large plum or Roma tomato, chopped, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, optional
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeño pepper, with seeds and membrane removed, optional

Instruction:

  1. Add the chopped onion to a small bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside for 5 minutes, drain, and then rinse. This simple step tones down the raw flavor of the onions.
  2. Cut avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and add to a bowl.
  3. Use a fork to mash the avocado into a chunky dip.
  4. Stir in the drained and rinsed onions, lime juice, cilantro, tomato, and salt. If you are adding them, add the finely chopped jalapeño and cumin.
  5. Taste the guacamole and adjust with more salt or lime juice.
  6. Guacamole is best when eaten soon after making it, but to store it, press plastic wrap down onto the guacamole and refrigerate for up to one day.

How to Make Fresh Homemade Guacamole – Easy Guacamole Recipe

FAQ

What is traditional guacamole made of?

Authentic guacamole doesn’t contain fillers and unnecessary ingredients. All you need is avocados, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Easy and delicious!

What makes guacamole taste better?

Lime Juice: Lime juice brightens up the flavor of guacamole, and fresh lime juice is best. The amount of lime juice you’ll want to use will depend on your tastes. Start with less and add more if needed. You can always add more lime, but you can’t remove it once it’s in your guac.

How do Mexican restaurants keep guacamole from turning brown?

Pour a thin but visible layer of water or lemon/lime juice over the guacamole to form a barrier with the air. Cover the dish with plastic wrap, pushing the wrap, so it is flush with the guacamole to prevent air pockets, or put the guacamole in a sealed tub.

Can you use lemon juice instead of lime juice in guacamole?

Can I substitute lemon for lime in guacamole? Absolutely! The flavor of lemon isn’t as tart as lime, so many people prefer to make guac with lemon.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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