Description
Elevate your snack game with this quick and easy guacamole recipe that boasts restaurant-quality flavors. Creamy Hass avocados, zesty lime juice, and a kick of jalapeño make this guacamole a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Guacamole:
- 2 large, ripe Hass avocados, halved and de-seeded
- 1/4 medium red onion, finely diced (approx. 1/4 cup)
- 2 jalapeño peppers, de-seeded as desired and finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 large, juicy lime or 1 small lemon, juiced (approx. 3 tablespoons)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- heaping 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- heaping 1/2 teaspoon chile lime seasoning such as Tajíin
For serving, as desired:
- finely chopped cilantro
- tortilla chips, etc.
Instructions
- Smash the aromatics: Add the onion, jalapeno, and garlic to a resealable bag. Season with a pinch of kosher salt. Seal the bag, pressing out as much air as possible so the bag doesn’t pop. Using a rolling pin or heavy-bottomed pan, carefully smash down on the bag to release the natural juices of the vegetables.
- Mix the guacamole: Use a spoon to scoop the avocado flesh into a large bowl, then add the smashed vegetables from Step 1 and all remaining listed ingredients (lime juice – Tajín). Use a wooden spoon to gently smash the avocados to your desired consistency and stir to combine well. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Serve: Transfer the guacamole to a serving dish. Garnish with additional cilantro and serve immediately with tortilla chips. This guacamole is also a wonderful add-on for any of your favorite dishes like tacos, taco salads, burrito bowls, nachos, and more. Enjoy!
Notes
- Jess’ Tips and Tricks: Depending on your spice preference, adjust the jalapeño peppers. You can deseed them for a milder flavor or keep them for extra heat. Consider using serrano peppers for even more spice.
- Make-Ahead and Storage: To prevent browning, store guacamole with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface in an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
