Creamy Guacamole Dip
A quick and easy homemade creamy guacamole dip made with fresh avocados, lime juice, cilantro, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for snacks, parties, and taco nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe but firm avocados
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 medium Roma tomato, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt)
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: halve and pit the avocados, scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl. Seed and dice the Roma tomato. Finely mince the red onion, garlic, and jalapeño (if using). Chop the cilantro.
- Mash the avocados using a fork or potato masher until creamy but still slightly chunky, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice to the mashed avocado and mix thoroughly to add brightness and prevent browning.
- Fold in the diced tomatoes, minced red onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro. Stir gently to combine evenly.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, starting with about 1/2 teaspoon salt and adjusting as needed.
- Optional: drizzle in 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil for added silkiness and richness.
- Give the guacamole a final stir and taste. Adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or salt as preferred.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a topping for tacos.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture. Remove seeds from tomatoes to avoid watery guacamole. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning if storing. Serve fresh for best flavor and color. Optional olive oil adds silkiness. Jalapeño is optional for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup per se
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1.3
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 1
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