This Easy Guacamole Recipe is smooth and creamy with bright citrusy flavors and a hint of salt. It’s a quick and simple dish that’s perfectly for parties and barbecues.
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I love entertaining, and in the summer months, nothing beats a great guacamole recipe. This Easy Guacamole is perfect for serving with chips and other dips to family friends. It’s simple and flavorful, and it’s sure to be a hit at any get-together.
- TASTE: Garlicky, citrusy, and salty, this guacamole is utterly delicious. It’s made with bright and herbaceous cilantro for a delicious flavor.
- TEXTURE: This dip is rich and creamy with a smooth texture with small chunks of avocado throughout.
- TIME: It only takes 15 minutes to make.
- EASE: This is a very simple recipe that you can prepare quickly or make ahead.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Avocados- Ripe avocados that give when pressed are perfect for this recipe.
- Lime- This bright, tart citrusy fruit adds a zesty flavor and helps the avocados stay green. You can also use lemon juice in a pinch.
- Cilantro- This herb is also bright and citrusy, adding freshness to the guac.
- Garlic clove- This pungent ingredient gives so much flavor to the dish.
- Sea salt- This flaky salt contrasts well with the richer flavors and plays an important part in making your guacamole irresistible.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Add tomatoes- Chop Roma tomatoes small and stir them into the guacamole for a slightly sweet addition. Or add pico de gallo.
- Make it spicy- Add some chopped jalapeno peppers for a little heat. The more seeds that are included, the hotter it will be. Hot sauce can also be used.
- Add onions- Chopped red onion gives a little crunch and pungent flavor to the guacamole that goes perfectly with the rich avocados.
- Substitute garlic powder- You can use garlic powder in place of the pressed garlic cloves, though the fresh garlic packs more flavor.
How to Make Guacamole
- Prepare the avocados and combine the ingredients. Carefully cut open and remove the pit of the avocado with a knife. Then add the avocados, salt, garlic, lime juice, and finely chopped cilantro to a mixing bowl.
- Mash everything together. Use a fork or potato masher to combine everything thoroughly. Keep covered in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Pro Tip: Press the plastic wrap right on top of the guacamole so the plastic touches it, keeping air away to avoid browning.
Recipe Tips
- Use ripe avocados- Make sure the avocados are ripe by pressing firmly before cutting them. If they are under ripe, they will be too hard to mash.
- Pit the avocados with a knife- Use your knife to pit the avocados by tapping the center part of the knife into the pit, then wiggling it until it pulls out easily.
- Add salt to taste- How salty you like your guacamole is a personal preference, so give it a taste and see if you want to add additional salt.
- Avoid browning- Any air on the top layer of guacamole will cause browning, so press the plastic wrap right against it to minimize it.
FAQs
The secret to good guacamole is to use fresh ingredients, add lime juice for freshness and acidity, and to store it covered with plastic wrap that is pressed to the guacamole to reduce air touching it and reduce browning.
When making guacamole, don’t use unripe avocados, don’t add too many extras, don’t use too little salt, and don’t skip the fresh lime juice. Skip these things and your guacamole will be delicious.
Serving Suggestions
This homemade Guacamole Recipe is perfect for serving to guests. It goes well with lots of other dips, chips, tacos and more.
- Dips: Serve it alongside other dips, like this Easy BLT Dip, Hot Artichoke Dip, or Garlic Cream Cheese Dip, and tortilla chips.
- Salad: Pair it with a salad, such as this Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad, Pesto Pasta Salad (VIDEO), Antipasto Salad, or Tomato Garlic Salad.
- Tacos/Burritos: Enjoy this dish with Flank Steak Tacos, Fish Tacos, Taco Salad (VIDEO), or Breakfast Burritos (VIDEO).
- Appetizers: Enjoy it alongside some Fried Spring Rolls (VIDEO), Eggplant Appetizers (Roll-ups), Mushroom Puff Pastry Appetizers, or Smoked Salmon Cucumber Appetizer (VIDEO).
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: Prepare the guacamole ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. Remember to keep the plastic wrap pressed tightly to the guacamole to keep air away.
Storing: Store this simple guacamole recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Place the guacamole in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight. Stir well before serving.
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Full Recipe Instructions
Easy Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 garlic clove pressed
- 4 tsp lime juice
- 1 tsp cilantro finely chopped
Instructions
- Cut open and remove the pit of the avocado. Carefully use a knife for this step. Then add the avocados, salt, garlic, lime juice, and finely chopped cilantro into a mixing bowl.
- Use a fork or potato masher to combine everything thoroughly. Give it a taste and see if you want to add additional salt. Keep covered in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy. Tip: when covering guacamole, I like to press the plastic wrap right on top of the guacamole so the plastic touches the guacamole. This helps prevent browning.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados- Make sure the avocados are ripe by pressing firmly before cutting them. If they are under ripe, they will be too hard to mash.
- Pit the avocados with a knife- Use your knife to pit the avocados by tapping the center part of the knife into the pit, then wiggling it until it pulls out easily.
- Add salt to taste- How salty you like your guacamole is a personal preference, so give it a taste and see if you want to add additional salt.
- Avoid browning- Any air on the top layer of guacamole will cause browning, so press the plastic wrap right against it to minimize it.
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