Guacamole
Guacamole is a fresh, creamy avocado dip made with ripe avocado, onion, tomato, cilantro, lemon juice, and simple seasonings. This easy homemade guacamole recipe is quick to prepare, full of flavour, and perfect for serving with tortilla chips, toasted bread, tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1-2 small onions
- 1-2 Roma tomatoes seeded and diced* see notes
- 1 –2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder
- ½ small jalapeño finely minced (optional)
- 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.1 large ripe avocado
- Mash with a fork until you reach your preferred texture (chunky or smooth).
- Stir in the lime juice, salt, small onions, cilantro, pepper powder, roasted cumin powder, salt, jalapeño, and tomato if using.Juice of half a lemon, 1-2 small onions, 1-2 Roma tomatoes, 1 –2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder, 1 tsp freshly ground pepper, Salt to taste, ½ small jalapeño
- Taste and adjust with more salt or lemon juice as needed.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or vegetables.
Notes
*If you're using a regular tomato, remove the seeds and watery pulp before dicing it. This helps prevent the guacamole from becoming watery. Roma (plum) tomatoes are also a good choice because they naturally contain less juice.
Optional: If you like your guacamole with a bit of heat, add ½ to 1 finely minced jalapeño (remove the seeds for a milder flavor, or leave some in for extra spice).
Use ripe avocados that yield slightly when gently squeezed.
For extra flavour, add a small clove of grated garlic.
Storage
To minimize browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole and refrigerate. It will keep well for about 1–2 days, though it's best enjoyed fresh.