The Best Guacamole Recipe

Do you know How to Make an Authentic Guacamole Recipe?  If not, this is a perfect recipe to start with when trying to enjoy more avocados in your diet.  Avocados are jam-packed with fiber, potassium, non-saturated fats and folate. In my opinion, avocados are at their best inside guacamole! And this guac will be gobbled up in record time. This is The Best Guacamole Recipe!

 

The Best Guacamole Recipe

Guacamole is typically eaten with tortilla chips, but it has also become a popular addition to salads, sandwiches, and wraps.  It is creamy, high in healthy fats, full of flavor, and seriously simple to make. There are tons of variations on making a simple guacamole recipe, but the one below has become my personal favorite.

Does an Authentic Guacamole Recipe have Tomatoes? 

The answer to this question is no!  While it is often seen in various guacamole recipes online, it is not a traditional ingredient.  If you really like that addition (I definitely do!)- feel free to follow my recipe that includes tomatoes or leave them out.

Can I Make This Recipe Ahead of Time? 

You sure can!  The biggest problem with making guacamole ahead of time is that it can turn brown or black easily.  Once an avocado is exposed to air, it starts the breakdown process and turns different colors.  This doesn’t always indicate that avocado is bad or unhealthy to eat, but since we first eat with our eyes, it can be a bit unsettling.

To prevent your guacamole from turning colors, make sure you have it in a nice airtight container.  You can cover the top with plastic wrap and make sure that is right up against the guacamole.  Other popular options are to add the pit of the avocado to the middle of the bowl or to squeeze fresh lemon or lime juice across the top.  This recipe already includes lime juice so that should help slow down the breakdown process as well.

How can I Serve This Best Guacamole Recipe? 

The first and most popular way to serve an authentic guacamole recipe is to use as a dip with tortilla chips.  However, it truly is a versatile dip recipe that works wonderfully with many dishes.  Below are some of our favorites that this would pair great alongside.

• Grilled Hawaiian Pork Chops
• Low-Carb Burger Bites
• Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe
• Sour Cream Skinny Chicken Enchiladas
• Healthy Baked Onion Rings

Ingredients Needed: 

• Avocados
• Onion of Choice (I typically like red or yellow)
• Grape Tomatoes
• Cilantro
• Lime Juice
• Garlic
• Salt
• Pepper

How to Make the Best Guacamole Recipe

Slice the avocado lengthwise, remove the pits and scrape the inside flesh of the avocado with a spoon. Place in a bowl and use a fork or potato masher to mash avocados to a chunky consistency.

Prepare your onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and garlic.

Add the lime juice, quartered tomatoes, onion, garlic, and cilantro to the avocados.

Season with the salt and pepper.

Stir just until combined and serve with your favorite chips or veggies.

Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.