Best Guacamole Recipe

This is the best guacamole recipe and it’s so easy to make with just a handful of fresh ingredients. All you need it ripe avocados, onion, jalapeño pepper, chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and salt.

This is my family’s go-to guacamole recipe. It’s authentic and inspired by the one at my local Mexican restaurant.

There are no filler ingredients in this recipe like iceberg lettuce, sour cream, or frozen peas. It’s made with just fresh, simple ingredients that allow the avocados to be the star of the show.

Guacamole ingredients

Avocado: The best avocado to make guacamole is Hass avocado, which has a creamy and buttery texture.

Ideally, I recommend buying firm avocados and waiting for them to patiently ripen at home. Leave them in a bowl on the kitchen counter for a few days.

Don’t do any hacks to speed up the process, or you’ll risk lowering the quality of the avocado.

But if you want to make guacamole today, you’ll need ripe avocados.

To find a ripe avocado at the grocery store, choose one that has a dark green to blackish, bumpy skin. They should yield slightly with a gentle squeeze but not be overly mushy.

Fresh lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice is an absolute must. Do not use bottled lime juice. It won’t taste as good.

You can use freshly squeezed lemon juice if you’re in a pinch, but it won’t taste as authentic.

Onion: You can use red or white onion, depending on your taste preferences. I prefer white onion.

Jalapeño pepper: This gives the guacamole a slightl kick of heat without overpowering the taste of the fresh avocados and lime juice. You can use serrano peppers if you like it spicier.

Cilantro: Fresh cilantro is a staple ingredient in classic guacamole. It adds a bright flavor that helps cut through the rich avocado. You can leave it out if you don’t like the taste of cilantro.

Salt: This is a crucial ingredient to help all the flavors pop.

Cumin: This is an optional ingredient but adds good flavor to the guacamole.

Roma tomato: This is an optional ingredient, but I like to add it for the fresh flavor and color.

Roma tomatoes are the best choice because they are less watery and have a firm texture.

Garlic: This is an optional ingredient which can help elevate the flavor.

How to make the best guacamole

Add the ripe avocado flesh to a bowl or molcajete. Use a fork, mortar and pestle, or whisk to mash the avocado to your desired consistency. I like my guacamole to be a good balance between chunky and smooth.

 Add the fresh lime juice, onion, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, salt, cumin (if using), tomato (if using), and garlic (if using). Stir everything together and mix well.

Taste and add more lime juice or salt if needed. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!

What is the secret to great guacamole?

The secret to great guacamole is to use fresh ingredients (perfectly ripe avocados, minced onion, cilantro) and to get the balance right with enough acid (freshly squeezed lime juice) and salt.

Is guacamole very healthy?

Yes, guacamole is a healthy snack. Avocados are a healthy source of monosaturated fats and fiber that can support heart health and improve digestion. The added ingredients to guacamole are low in fat and offer extra nutrients.

How to make guacamole simple?

The simplest way to make guacamole is to use avocados, freshly squeezed lime juice, finely mined onions, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, and salt.

Or you can try this shortcut method. Add ¼ cup to ½ cup of drained pico de gallo salsa to your guacamole. This will save you time from having to chop up all the ingredients.

I recommend starting with a small amount of drained pico de gallo, then tasting and adding more if needed.

Please let me know how you like this guacamole recipe in the comments below! Your feedback and review encourages me to keep creating new and yummy recipes. I hope you love this guacamole as much as I do.

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