Easy Homemade Guacamole Dip

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Guacamole has been a beloved part of Mexican cuisine for centuries, celebrated for its fresh ingredients and vibrant flavor.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Creamy avocados create a rich, buttery texture packed with wholesome goodness.
Fresh tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice add brightness without heaviness.
Perfect as a dip, spread, or topping, this homemade guacamole is always a crowd favorite.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

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Easy Homemade Guacamole Dip

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Make this easy homemade guacamole in just 10 minutes using fresh avocado, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice. Perfect for tacos, tortilla chips, sandwiches, or healthy snacking.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 176

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe avocados peeled and pitted
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 small jalapeño finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the avocado with a fork, leaving it slightly chunky if desired.
  3. Add the diced tomato, red onion, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño if using.
  4. Pour in the fresh lime juice.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  8. Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl.
  9. Garnish with extra cilantro and diced tomato.
  10. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 601mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 484IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe avocados that yield slightly when gently squeezed.
Leave the avocado slightly chunky for a more traditional texture.
Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before refrigerating to help prevent browning.
Delicious served with tortilla chips, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, or as a sandwich spread.

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