Description
This Best Guacamole Recipe is a fresh, easy-to-make dip featuring ripe avocados combined with zesty lime, spicy jalapeño, crisp onion, and fragrant cilantro. Perfect for serving with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, and other Tex-Mex dishes, this guacamole balances creamy texture with vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Guacamole Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 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)
- 1 to 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the ripe avocados, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime zest and juice, diced jalapeño, sea salt, and ground cumin if using. This blend of fresh ingredients forms the base of your guacamole.
- Mash to Desired Texture: Use a fork or potato masher to mash the mixture. Aim to combine the ingredients while keeping the guacamole slightly chunky, preserving texture and bite.
- Add Tomatoes (Optional): Gently fold in seeded and diced Roma tomatoes if you choose to include them. This adds a fresh burst of juiciness and color.
- Season and Serve: Taste your guacamole and adjust the salt or lime juice as needed to enhance flavor. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Tex-Mex dishes.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control the level of heat.
- The cumin is optional but adds a subtle smoky depth to the guacamole.
- Serve immediately to prevent browning, or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface and refrigerate.
- Fresh lime juice helps keep the guacamole green and vibrant.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican