Classic Guacamole
This classic guacamole is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for dipping! Made with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, tomatoes, onion, and a touch of cayenne and cilantro, it comes together in minutes and is always a crowd-pleaser. Serve it chunky or smooth—your choice!
Ingredients
3 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and mashed
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
½ cup diced onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Prep the avocados: In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with lime juice and salt until you reach your desired texture—smooth or chunky.
Add the mix-ins: Stir in diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and garlic. Mix gently to combine.
Spice it up: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick (optional).
Chill or serve: Serve immediately, or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface of the guacamole and refrigerate for up to 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Pro Tip
Keep your guacamole green longer by placing a pit or two from the avocados into the bowl and pressing plastic wrap directly against the surface before storing. This helps minimize browning from oxidation.
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