Description
Experience the perfect balance of creamy texture and zesty citrus with this authentic guacamole recipe. By highlighting high-quality ripe avocados and a simple blend of fresh aromatics, this dip achieves a restaurant-quality finish. The acidity of fresh lime juice preserves the vibrant green color and provides a crisp, bright flavor profile. This effortless recipe relies on minimal processing to maintain satisfying, buttery chunks of avocado, making it an ideal, healthy side for any gathering or snack craving.
Ingredients
3 large ripe avocados
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/4 cup white onion, finely diced
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, stems removed and chopped
1 small serrano pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
Select avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure.
Slice avocados lengthwise around the pit and remove the stone.
Scoop the flesh into a ceramic or glass mixing bowl.
Mash the avocado with a fork until reaching your desired chunky consistency.
Fold in the diced onion, chopped cilantro, minced serrano pepper, lime juice, and sea salt.
Stir gently to combine while maintaining some texture.
Serve immediately for best results.
Notes
Keep the bowl covered with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface of the guacamole to prevent oxidation if not serving immediately. For a milder dip, ensure all seeds are removed from the serrano pepper.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Meals
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approx 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg