Quick Guacamole
Recipe: #9208
April 23, 2013
Categories: Dips, Avocado, Appetizers, Mexican, 5 Ingredients Or Less, One-Pot Meal, Cinco de Mayo Game/Sports Day, Gluten-Free, Heart Healthy, Low Sodium, No Eggs, Non-Dairy, Vegan, Vegetarian, more
"Fast and easy guac."
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (3.9 g)
- Calories 3.6
- Total Fat - 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 0 g
- Cholesterol - 0.2 mg
- Sodium - 26.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 0.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0 g
- Sugars - 0.2 g
- Protein - 0.1 g
- Calcium - 1.8 mg
- Iron - 0 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Mash avocado with lime juice.
Step 2
Stir in salsa and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Tips
- Makes about 1 cup.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose an avocado that is dark green and slightly soft to the touch.
- For the salsa, use your favorite store-bought variety or make your own.
- Substitute 1 tablespoon of lemon juice for the lime juice - Lemon juice is a great alternative to lime juice in guacamole as it provides a slightly different flavor that can add more complexity to the dish.
- Substitute 1 tablespoon of diced onion for the salsa - Adding onion to guacamole adds a bit of crunch and sweetness that helps to balance out the acidity of the lime juice.
Spicy Guacamole Mash avocado with lime juice. Stir in salsa and season to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Chili Lime Guacamole Mash avocado with lime juice and chili powder. Stir in diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Crispy Baked Tortilla Chips: Serve with freshly made crispy baked tortilla chips for a crunchy texture and flavor that pairs perfectly with the guacamole.
Fresh Salsa: Serve with freshly made salsa for a vibrant and flavorful accompaniment to the guacamole. The bright and spicy flavors of the salsa provide a great contrast to the creamy guacamole.
FAQ
Q: How ripe should the avocado be?
A: The avocado should be ripe enough to mash easily, but not overripe. If it is too ripe, the guacamole will be too mushy.
Q: What is the best way to store guacamole?
A: Guacamole should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To keep it from turning brown, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole. This will help keep it fresh for up to two days.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Guacamole is believed to have originated in Mexico during the 16th century, and is now a popular dish around the world. It is often served as a dip for chips or as a topping for tacos, salads, and burgers.
Fun Fact 2: Guacamole has become a favorite of celebrities, from Beyonce to Oprah. It is often served at high-end restaurants and is a staple at parties and get-togethers.