Best Ever Guacamole
A quick and healthy guacamole recipe made with ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, and jalapeños, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe avocados Choose avocados that are ripe but firm.
- 1 piece yellow onion Finely diced for sweetness and crunch.
- 2 pieces Roma tomatoes Diced for freshness.
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Chopped for an herbal burst of flavor.
- 1 piece jalapeño pepper Finely diced, adjust for heat preference.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced to enhance flavor.
- 1 piece lime Juice added for tanginess.
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt To taste, enhances all flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: ripe avocados, yellow onion, Roma tomatoes, fresh cilantro, jalapeño pepper, garlic, lime, and sea salt.
- Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
- Finely dice the yellow onion and add it to the bowl, followed by the diced Roma tomatoes.
- Chop the cilantro and add it to the mixture, along with the minced garlic.
- Remove the seeds from the jalapeño, finely dice it, and add to the bowl.
Mixing
- Using a fork, gently mash the avocados until you reach your desired consistency.
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and sprinkle in the sea salt.
- Fold all the ingredients together until evenly mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serving
- Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl, smoothing the top.
- Garnish with a few cilantro leaves and serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a topping.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 1-2 days for optimal freshness. To minimize browning, cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed over the surface.