Description
A vibrant, zesty avocado dip with lime, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. Creamy, tangy, and fresh, this quick and easy guacamole is perfect for festive Mexican gatherings.
Ingredients
4 ripe avocados (Hass preferred)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 small red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
Optional: 2–3 tablespoons pickled red onion
Instructions
Mince red onion and jalapeño (seeds removed for milder heat)
Halve avocados, remove pits, and mash flesh with a fork
Add lime juice, salt, onions, cilantro, and jalapeño; stir until well combined
Refrigerate 15–30 minutes for flavors to meld and texture to firm
Fold in additional cilantro before serving
Notes
Use overripe avocados for optimal creaminess
Add salt gradually to balance acidity
Chilling enhances flavor and prevents browning
Use a fork to maintain chunky texture
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 hours before serving
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg