Best Guacamole Recipe
Total Time
10 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Rating
4.87 out of 5 stars
(37)
Ingredients
4-6 servings
- 3 avocados, ripe
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, diced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin, optional
- optional: 1 to 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
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Preparation
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the avocados, onion, cilantro, lime zest and juice, jalapeño, salt, and cumin, if using. Mash until the ingredients are combined but still a bit chunky.
Step 2
Fold in the tomatoes, if using.
Step 3
Season to taste and serve.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
Buy the avocados ahead of time to ensure they are ripe.
You can store leftover guacamole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
To prevent guac from browning, squeeze a little lemon or lime juice over its surface before sealing the container.
