Even my guacamole-hating husband loved this.
So I’m just sayin’…it’s pretty tasty.
I actually grew up eating guacamole that uses the little seasoning packet as the only flavor base – just avocados and the guacamole packet. Mash and eat.
I still don’t mind eating guacamole that way…I don’t discriminate. I love guac in all forms.
However, I will say that it is no match for this scratch made guacamole that uses fresh, vibrant ingredients!
Seth and I sat over the bowl and polished off half of it right then even though we were bringing it to a cook out later that night….whoops.
It’s okay, there was still enough left for everyone to have some :).
In Charlotte, our favorite thing when we went out to eat at a nice Mexican restaurant is when they had “table-side” guacamole that they would make right in front of you. It was so delicious because they used all fresh, ripe ingredients.
Most restaurants I’ve been to just use prepackaged guacamole, which really isn’t my favorite. I know earlier I said I don’t discriminate against any type of guacamole…but I am partially taking that statement back. As long as the guacamole uses fresh avocados, theeeeen I don’t discriminate. The prepackaged kind I’m not really a fan of. I think it’s a texture thing. The prepackaged guacs have no chunks of avocado and are kind of like a gummy puree.
If that’s all you’ve had in the past, you have got to try this stuff!!
Everything balances out so nicely and tastes a-ma-zing.
The creamy, ripe avocados are the perfect base, the lime juice makes everything fresh and bright (and keeps the dip from turning brown: bonus!), the jalapeno gives a little bit of spice, the red onion brings a sharp bite and some crunch, the garlic adds some extra depth of flavor and complexity, and the cilantro adds another note of flavor and freshness.
Everything combines to make some seriously amazing guacamole!
This is the perfect, fresh recipe for spring and summer!
- 5 ripe avocados
- 1 jalapeno or 1 tablespoon, seeds and ribs removed, finely minced
- ½ red onion or ¾ cup, finely diced
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (about 3 limes)
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- Salt to taste
- Cut the avocados in half and separate, remove the seed, and scoop out the meat into a medium bowl using a spoon
- Chop your jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, and garlic
- Add everything in with the avocados
- Squeeze in the lime juice and add salt
- Mash everything together with a fork - the consistency will depend on your preference. We like ours a little chunky.
- Taste and season with extra salt if needed
*Gluten free and vegan*
If you make this or any of my other recipes, make sure to Instagram it and hashtag #thegarlicdiaries!
Kennedy Cole| KCole's Creative Corner says
July 17, 2015 at 1:42 pmYUM! I LOVE guacamole! The addition of that garlic looks divine! I HAVE to try this soon!
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Annie Chesson says
July 17, 2015 at 1:44 pmIt is the best guac ever, Kennedy! You have to try it :).
Jess says
June 28, 2015 at 8:38 pmThis looks delicious!
I love guacamole here is another guacamole recipe you might like to try.
http://grabyourspork.com/recipes/snacks/simple-guacamole-recipe/
Jess
Annie Chesson says
June 30, 2015 at 12:16 pmThanks, Jess! That guacamole looks delicious as well :).
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
May 27, 2015 at 1:30 pmThis is exactly how I like my guacamole too! I could eat guac and chips everyday!
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:20 pmOh yeah, for every meal every day!! Especially during spring and summer :).
Savita @ ChefDeHome says
May 27, 2015 at 12:48 pmNothing can beat taste of homemade fresh guac! My favorite way to eat it! Yumm pictures, Annie!
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:20 pmAgreed, Savita! Thanks!
Sam @ SugarSpunRun says
May 27, 2015 at 10:52 amI LOVE fresh guac! This post has me so hungry right now!
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:21 pmHaha, thanks Sam!!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
May 27, 2015 at 6:34 amThis does look perfect! Although, I like to add a little tomato in to mine too.
Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:23 pmMy husband and I actually aren’t big fans of tomatoes (I know…weird), but I think they would definitely be good if you love tomatoes!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
May 27, 2015 at 1:20 amYum! Guacamole is the best! So delicious and addictive! Yours looks just perfect!
Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:24 pmIt is sooo yummy. Thanks, Kelly!
Sues says
May 26, 2015 at 11:32 pmThis does look like perfect guac!! There’s nothing I love more :)
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:24 pmThank you!! Me either :).
Nicole @ Foodie Loves Fitness says
May 26, 2015 at 4:58 pmOh how I love me some guacamole! I never ate it as a kid because my mom thought avocados were too fattening and never bought them, so I think I only discovered guac as an adult. I’ve since convinced her that avocados are not crazy fattening and all full of goodness, so now she loves guacamole too! My go-to recipe is fresh and simple like yours, only I use lemon juice, mixed up salt, and a touch of olive oil.
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:26 pmOh no! So many years of delicious guacamole missed out on!! Now you have to eat extra to make up for that avocado-less time ;). Yours sounds super yummy too, Nicole!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
May 26, 2015 at 1:55 pmLove guacamole! Literally cannot stop eating it until it is gone.
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:26 pmSame here Christin :).
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
May 26, 2015 at 11:52 amAhhhh! Guac is the best thing EVER!! Love all the fresh ingredients in your version. Fresh ingredients definitely make a huge difference. Though I agree– I don’t discriminate against ANY guac! ;)
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:27 pmIt really is the best thing ever! And yes, fresh ingredients definitely make a big difference!
Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says
May 26, 2015 at 10:16 amI just made guacamole for the first time yesterday! Yours looks delicious! :)
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:27 pmNow you can join the guac train and make it every weekend :). Thanks, Tina!
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic says
May 26, 2015 at 9:52 amIsn’t it amazing how easy it is to polish off a bowl of good guacamole?! Love this recipe and the beautiful pics.
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:28 pmIt is TOO easy! It disappears so quickly :). Thanks, Kathy!!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
May 26, 2015 at 7:31 amGuacamole is one of my top five food weaknesses so I think I would just devour this in one sitting! I love the looks of this, Annie! Definitely looks perfect to me!
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:29 pmI’m with you, Gayle! I can easily polish off an entire bowl myself :).
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says
May 26, 2015 at 7:23 amOooh! This looks amazing. We love guacamole in my house. My boyfriend is the designated guac-master. He takes his time to create a fresh and delicious guacamole. Thank you for sharing. :)
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Annie Chesson says
May 27, 2015 at 4:31 pmThanks, Erin! That’s very nice that you have your own guac-master :). You get the guacamole without any of the work – score!
Tara says
May 25, 2015 at 8:24 pmThis is very similar to my guacamole recipe, except I don’t use garlic and I add some diced tomatoes and the juice of a lemon along with the lime. Yum!
Annie Chesson says
May 25, 2015 at 8:49 pmYours sounds yummy too, Tara!!