There’s not a more quintessential taste of Mexico than dipping a crispy tortilla chip in a bowl of homemade guacamole!
This easy guacamole recipe is creamy, zesty, loaded with flavour, and made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients.
It comes together in minutes and makes the perfect dip for tacos, nachos, burritos, game-day spreads, or everyday snacking.
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Guacamole, The World’s Favourite Dip!
Guacamole is a traditional Mexican avocado dip that dates back to the Aztecs, who were making a version of this dish as early as the 1500s. In Nahuatl, the Aztec language, ahuacamolli translates to “avocado sauce.”
The original recipe was perfectly simple, avocados mashed with salt and sometimes tomatoes or chilies. Over centuries, it evolved across Mexico and later the United States, becoming a staple in Mexican cuisine, Tex-Mex cooking, and global food culture.
Today, guacamole is beloved worldwide for its creamy texture, fresh flavour, and versatility. Whether served with tacos, tortilla chips, or grilled meats, it remains a symbol of fresh, vibrant Mexican cooking.
If you’re a fan of our Venezuelan Guasacaca we know you’ll love this Guacamole recipe.
Why You’ll Love Our Homemade Guacamole
- Ultra-fresh ingredients: nothing processed, nothing artificial.
- Customizable: mild or spicy, chunky or smooth
- Ready in under 10 minutes
- Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan
- Perfect for Mexican-inspired dinners, meal prep, or parties
How To Tell If Avocado Is Ripe
- Gentle squeeze test: Hold the avocado in your palm and gently squeeze (don’t use fingertips, or you’ll bruise it). A ripe avocado should yield slightly to pressure but not feel mushy.
- Colour check: Most avocados turn a dark green to almost black when ripe. If it’s still bright green, it’s likely not ready yet.
- Stem check: Flick off the small stem at the top. If it comes off easily and you see green underneath, the avocado is ripe. If it’s brown underneath, it may be overripe.
- Texture observation: Avoid avocados with large indentations or overly soft spots, they can be mushy or spoiled inside.
- Plan ahead: If your avocado is slightly underripe but you need it soon, store it in a paper bag with a banana or apple; the ethylene gas will speed up ripening.
How to Make Quick & Easy Guacamole
Follow these easy steps for perfect results:
- Prep the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
- Mash: Use a fork to mash the avocados to your preferred consistency—smooth or chunky.
- Add Fresh Ingredients: Stir in the tomato, white onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
- Season: Add lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is combined.
- Taste and Adjust: Add more lime juice for brightness, jalapeño for heat, or salt for depth.
Guacamole Recipe Tips
- Use very ripe avocados: they should give slightly when gently squeezed.
- Add lime generously: the acid boosts flavour and helps prevent browning of the avocado.
- Dice ingredients finely for the best texture.
- Don’t overmix if you like chunky guac.
- Remove tomato seeds to keep your guacamole from becoming watery.
- Get flavour creative by adding grated garlic, crumbled cotija cheese or finely chopped mango or pineapple.
Serving Ideas
Guacamole is most often served with tortilla chips or Tortillas de Maiz and a salt rimmed margarita.
- Serve with a selection of Mexican dips like Tomatillo Pico de Gallo Salsa, Salsa de Aguacate, Salsa Mexicana, Pepita Pesto, Mango Pico de Gallo, Queso Dip
- Enchiladas, Tostadas, Tacos, Burritos, or Quesadillas
- Mexican breakfast dishes like Migas con Huevo or Chilaquiles
- Grilled chicken or steak
- Nachos or loaded fries
- Veggie platters
- Burgers or sandwiches
How To Store Guacamole
Guacamole oxidizes quickly, but these tricks help keep it bright green:
- Press plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole.
- Some people swear by adding a thin layer of water on top. It works surprisingly well, just pour it off before serving.
- Add an extra splash of lime on top before covering.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Homemade Guacamole
Equipment
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- mixing bowl
- French knife
- Spoon
- potato masher or fork
Ingredients
- 3 Ripe Avocados
- 1 Roma Tomato seeded, finely diced
- 1/2 Medium White Onion finely diced
- 1/2 cup Cilantro finely chopped
- 4 tbsp Lime Juice
- 1 Jalapeno Pepper seeded, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Cut 3 large avocados in half lengthwise, remove pits, scrape the flesh of the avocado out with a spoon. Place in a medium bowl with a flat bottom and mash avocados with a potato masher or a fork to a chunky consistency.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice directly over avocados while prepping the rest of your ingredients.
- Add diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir just until combined and serve with tortilla chips.
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