The best, healthy, quick and easy guacamole recipe, homemade with simple ingredients in one pot or bowl. Loaded with fresh avocados, jalapenos, onions and cilantro. Flavored with lime juice, cumin, garlic.
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The creamy avocado based dip combined with the the tangy lime juice and spicy jalapenos make this the best dip for any game day party or Taco Tuesday and even Cinco de Mayo. It's very popular in Mexican cuisine and is just as delicious as my salsa recipes such as Salsa Verde (Blender) and Corn Salsa (One Bowl) and Mango Salsa (One Bowl).
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Key ingredients
- Avocados- Pease make sure they are ripe for best flavor and maximum creaminess.
- Jalapeno- This adds a little bit of spice.
- Onions- I like to use red onions or white onions but you can also use shallots or yellow onions.
- Cilantro- This adds a lovely earthy, refreshing, herby flavor.
- Lime juice- Freshly squeezed is best.
- Seasonings- I like to flavor with salt, cumin powder, garlic powder and red chili flakes but you can try other spices and even blends.
Variations and add-ins
- Spicy chipotle flavor- Add chipotle peppers for a spicier version.
- Add salsa- Mix in a little bit of your favorite salsa. It can be homemade or store-bought.
- Add tomatoes- Some people like to add them for an added flavor. However, juicy tomatoes tend to release juices/liquid, which can often thin out this dip.
- Make it less spicy- De-seeding/de-ribbing the jalapeno peppers will help with this, while still giving it a subtle spice.
- Add fruit- Such as pomegranate seeds, pineapple, or mango chunks for a sweet and spicy version.
- Add seeds- Such as toasted pepitas for a little crunch.
- Add vegetables- Such as grilled or charred corn, roasted red peppers, or even kale.
- Add bacon- This gives a smoky salty flavor.
- Grill avocados- Do this before chopping them and use them in this recipe.
- Add cheese- Top it with shredded cheddar cheese, pepper jack, Monterrey jack cheese or a Mexican cheese blend.
- Try other herbs- I only used cilantro but use whatever fresh herbs you like for a different flavor profile.
How to make best easy homemade guacamole dip recipe from scratch?
- Prep bowl- In a medium size mixing bowl, add avocados.
- Mash it- Use a fork to mash them. Don't make them super smooth, leave some chunks.
- Add remaining ingredients for flavor- This includes jalapeno, onions, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, cumin powder, garlic powder and mix until combined.
- Enjoy! Serve immediately and dig in!
What to serve with this?
- It's best served with tortilla chips but you can also serve with pita chips, crackers, pretzels and even fries and potato wedges.
- Serve it as anappetizer dip or snack with tortilla chips, nachos, or quesadillas such as Cheese Quesadillas and Vegetarian Quesadillas and even Chicken Quesadilla (One Pan).
- Use it as a dinner/ main course topping in burrito bowls, tamales, burritos, enchiladas, tostadas, nachos and especially tacos such as Shredded Chicken Tacos (One Pot). Serve it atop grilled or baked chicken, beef/ steak, fish, pork, shrimp, or even eggs. You can also mix it into boiled pasta to make avocado pasta or add it on top ofCheesy Taco Pasta (One Pot).
- Mix it to your favorite salad dressing to make a creamy version.
- Use it as a spread in sandwiches, wraps and quesadilla and even Grilled Cheese Sandwich (One Pan).
Tips and techniques
- Choosing the perfect avocado- Pick a ripe avocado that has a slight give when you squeeze it. Too soft means it's overripe and too hard means it's not ripe enough. Make sure it doesn't have brown spots or dents on it.
- Finely chop ingredients- This is especially with regards to onions, cilantro and jalapenos so that they blend together smoothly and evenly, creating create a balanced flavor in each bite.
- Adjust amount of seasonings- This is based on your preference. Add more or less of whatever you like or dislike,
Recipe FAQs
It turns brown when the avocado is exposed to air and it begins to oxidize, just like apples and bananas. You can still eat it, but it doesn't look very appetizing. In order to prevent this from happening, keep it covered in an air-tight container until you are ready to serve. Also, the acidity in the lemon juice and lime juice helps to prevent it from browning. Furthermore, some people recommend pressing plastic wrap or saran wrap very closely against the surface of the dip to keep the air out in a very tight seal, which also prevents browning.
Storage
- Refrigerate- In a sealed container for up to 2 days.
- Freeze- In a sealed container for up to 1 month for later use. Thaw it in the fridge overnight when you are ready to use it again.
- Make ahead- This can be made 1 day in advance and chilled in the fridge until you are ready to serve. Just make sure plastic saran wrap is touching the top to prevent browning.
More one pot appetizers and dips
- Spinach Artichoke Dip (One Bowl)
- Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe (One Pot)
- Homemade Veggie Dip (One Bowl)
- Creamy Dill Dip (One Bowl)
Recipe
One Pot Guacamole Recipe
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Ingredients
- 3 Avocados Large, Ripe, Peeled, Pitted
- 1 Jalapeno Finely chopped, Deseeded to reduce spice
- ½ cup Onions Finely chopped
- ¼ cup Cilantro Finely chopped
- 1-2 tablespoon Lime juice Fresh, Or lemon juice
- Salt To taste
- ¼ teaspoon Cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon Red chili flakes For topping, Optional
Instructions
- In a medium size mixing bowl, add avocados.
- Use a fork to mash them. Don't make them super smooth, especially if you like your guac a little chunky like we do.
- Add jalapeno, onions, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, cumin powder, garlic powder and mix until combined.
- Sprinkle some red chili flakes on top (Optional) and enjoy!
Notes
- Read all my tips above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a bowl, covered in saran wrap in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make sure the plastic is touching the top layer to prevent it from becoming brown.Â
Nutrition
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Joy Lackey says
Have made this but threw everything (and a clove of garlic and zest from the lime) but the avocados in my blender. I hate getting chunks of raw onion. Delicious. Oh, and I leave my jalapeño seeds in.