Description
Looking for a quick appetizer or a healthy snack idea? This Homemade Guacamole delivers everything you love in one simple recipe. Made with creamy avocados, zesty lime, and fresh herbs, it’s an easy recipe perfect for game day spreads, taco nights, or as a wholesome topping. Whether you’re into food ideas that are vegan, gluten-free, or just plain delicious, this guacamole fits the bill. Ready in minutes and packed with flavor, it’s your go-to for quick lunches, healthy snacks, or dinner ideas with a Southwest twist.
Ingredients
3 ripe avocados
0.25 cup finely diced red onion
0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
1. Dice the red onion and cilantro finely. If using jalapeño, remove seeds and chop finely. Set aside.
2. Slice avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a bowl.
3. Mash the avocado to your desired consistency using a fork or potato masher.
4. Add diced onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño (if using). Mix gently.
5. Season with salt to taste and stir again to combine.
6. Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Notes
• For extra flavor, try adding minced garlic or a dash of cumin.
• Press plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.25 recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy recipe, quick snack, healthy snack, avocado dip, guacamole