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    Home » Recipes » Dips

    Easy Guacamole Recipe

    Published: Apr 24, 2021 · Modified: Feb 16, 2022 by Laura Reigel · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Homemade guacamole is so easy to make. If you're craving that creamy but chunky guacamole for all of your favorite Mexican Food. Look no further.

    This easy guacamole recipe has flavor galore and it's even better than anything you can find in a restaurant. Move over chips and salsa, guacamole is here to party!

    fresh guacamole recipe in a balck stone bowl

    I think we can all agree that a perfectly constructed taco should include a perfect guac.

    Making homemade guacamole is easy! After you try it, you will never buy the store-bought stuff again.

    Recipe Notes

    The rich flavor of ripe avocados with just a few basic ingredients is one of the simple pleasures in life. The best guacamole recipe is as easy as using the freshest and best ingredients from the get-go. The hardest part of making guac is picking the perfect avocados.

    What Goes into Guacamole

    guacamole ingredients
    • Avocados.
    • Salt and black pepper. I use a good amount of salt in my guacamole recipe. Always kosher or Himalayan salt and of course, fresh ground black pepper.
    • Lime. Fresh lime juice adds a zestiness to guac and also helps to keep it from turning brown.
    • Onion. I use white onion because I like the fresh, crisp flavor of white onions in Mexican food.
    • Cilantro. Adjust the amount of cilantro to your own taste. Or...you can leave out.
    • Chopped tomato. Fresh tomatoes add a chunky element to guacamole. I only use them if I can get really ripe tomatoes.
    • Serrano peppers (optional). Adjust the amount of Serrano peppers to your own preference. I like things spicy so I usually use two peppers.

    How To Make Guacamole

    There are only a few steps in this simple guacamole recipe.

    1. Half the avocados and scoop out the flesh. Place them in a medium bowl.
    2. Mash the avocados until smooth but still a little bit chunky. (I usually use a fork.) 
    3. Add the diced onions, lime, salt, and pepper. Test the salt and lime content, adjust if needed. 
    4. Add the cilantro and the peppers. Mix in. 
    5. Tomatoes: If you're using tomatoes finely dice, drain as much liquid off as possible. Mix in just prior to serving.

    Recipe Variations

    • Simple guacamole. I often make guacamole with just avocado, lime juice, salt and pepper, and a dash of Tapatio hot sauce. It's perfect for quick chips and guac fix.
    • What to add to guacamole to make it spicy. Adding extra hot sauce and a little cayenne pepper are both great to add to guacamole if you want it on the spicier side.
    • Make avocado toast. If you aren't in the mood for tacos, you can always slather this guac on a nice piece of toast.
    quick and easy guacamole recipe in a back stone bowl

    Storing + Freezing Tips

    Tips on how to keep guacamole from browning

    How to store guacamole in the fridge

    Choose an airtight container that's taller rather than flatter. Smooth the top of the guacamole and then press a layer of plastic wrap to the surface to ensure there is very little air contact.

    Or give it a bath. Smooth out the top layer of your guacamole with the back of a spoon and then very gently add a layer of water to the top of the guacamole.

    Store for up to two days.

    How to freeze guacamole

    To freeze guacamole store it in an airtight container with a layer of plastic-wrapped pressed into the surface.

    Store for up to four months.

    chunky guacamole recipe

    What to serve with guacamole

    Tortilla chips are the obvious answer here. But, guacamole is great with a side of fresh veggies, especially if you are on a low-carb diet. Pork rinds are perfect to serve with guacamole if you're on keto.

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    The Best Homemade Guacamole

    Laura Reigel
    Fresh homemade guacamole is easy to make and always impressive when it's done right. Serve with your favorite tortilla chips or on your favorite tacos.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiment, Snack
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 8
    Calories 172 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Avocados
    • ½ medium White onion finely diced, about ½ cup
    • 2 Limes juiced
    • 2 teaspoon Kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
    • ½ bunch Fresh cilantro
    • 2 serrano peppers finely diced.
    • ¾ cup Tomatoes Optional: Use only if in season and really ripe
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    Instructions
     

    • Halve the avocados and scoop out the flesh. Place them in a medium bowl.
    • Mash the avocados until smooth but still a little bit chunky. (I usually use a fork.) 
    • Add the diced onions, lime, salt, and pepper. Test the salt and lime content, adjust if needed. 
    • Add the cilantro and the peppers. Mix in. 
    • Tomatoes: If you're using tomatoes finely dice, drain as much liquid off as possible. Mix in just prior to serving.

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    Laura's Tips + Notes

    A note on tomatoes
    I like fresh tomatoes in my guac. However, mealy un-ripe tomatoes have no place here. If you can't find amazing, ripe, and flavorful tomatoes...leave them out.
    Also, make sure to remove as much liquid from the tomatoes as you can. Dice them and then set them in a strainer for about 10 minutes to let the majority of liquid runoff.
    If you're making guacamole that will be stored or taken to a party, wait until the last minute to add the tomatoes. (The salt in the guacamole will continue to pull water out of the tomatoes and you'll end up with a runny mess. You definitely don't want your guacamole getting watery!)
    How to store in the fridge
    Choose an airtight container that's taller rather than flatter. Smooth the top of the guacamole and then press a layer of plastic wrap to the surface to ensure there is very little air contact.
    Or give it a bath. Smooth out the top layer of your guacamole with the back of a spoon and then very gently add a layer of water to the top of the guacamole.
    Store for up to two days.
    How to freeze
    To freeze guacamole store it in an airtight container with a layer of plastic-wrapped pressed into the surface.
    Store for up to four months.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 590mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gCalcium: 21mgIron: 0.7mg
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    FAQs and Expert Tips

    How to choose a good avocado.

    First of all, an avocado should have nice looking skin. It should be slightly shiny and have a nice even dark color. Anything that looks dull or ashy definitely does not qualify.

    The perfect avocado should be slightly soft, not 'smooshy.'

    If you hold the avocado in your hand and gently press it with your fingertips, it should give - just a little bit.

    Here is a detailed article complete with fantastic photos on how to pick the perfect avocado.

    How to cut an avocado for guacamole.

    The best way to cut an avocado for guacamole is to use a large sharp knife. Cut the avocado lengthwise around the center. Once you've gone all the way around the avocado, twist gently. A ripe avocado should release the pit easily.

    Next take the side with the pit in it and cut that side in half again lengthwise. Then you can twist these sides to get the pit out easily.

    How long does guacamole last?

    Guacamole only lasts about a a day or two in the fridge before it turns brown and watery.

    While you can still eat guacamole if it's brown, it's not the best and it's not pretty.

    Luckily, guacamole freezes really well. You can store it in the freezer for up to 4 months. Make sure to press a layer of plastic wrap over the top to reduce the air contact before storing it.

    One of the most common questions I get is how to preserve guacamole.

    NERD ALERT: The act of oxidation is what turns our bright green friend brown. Oxidation happens in the presence of air. To keep your guac as green as possible, reduce its contact with air.

    You can do this by storing it in something that's taller rather than flatter. Also, add a layer of plastic wrap and press it into the top layer of the guacamole to ensure there is very little air contact.

    Another trick that I use is to smooth out the top layer of your guacamole with the back of a spoon and then very gently add a layer of water to the top of the guacamole. This sounds weird but it makes total sense. The water keeps any air from getting to the guacamole so no oxidation can happen.

    Store the guacamole in the fridge for up to two days. Pour the water off before serving.

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    About Laura Reigel

    Laura is the owner and CEO of Foodology Geek. She holds a degree in Physiology and Neuroscience as well as a Certification as a Nutrition Coach. Laura uses her love of cooking and science to create healthy real food recipes that you'll love eating.

    As a certified recipe hoarder, and meal prep maven Laura is passionate about sharing her love for cooking easy from-scratch recipes. She also shares the occasional family recipe and all of the technical details.

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    Comments

    1. Jessica Robinson

      June 04, 2021 at 4:26 pm

      5 stars
      Simple to make and such great flavors! Loved this recipe.

      Reply
    2. Lisa Hatfield

      April 30, 2021 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      Real guacamole is so worth the time, and this is a great recipe I have made it several times now!

      Reply

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