Posted Oct 13, 2019, Updated Sep 30, 2024 Guacamole is the reason I eat tacos (like ground beef tacos, chicken tacos and these sweet potato tacos). Or any type of Mexican food really. When I say I’m craving tacos, what I’m really communicating is, “Tonight I want to eat my weight in guacamole” (with some homemade salsa on the side for good measure). I’ve been making this easy guacamole recipe for as long as I can remember. It is made with a handful of healthy ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes! This simple guacamole dip is our favorite appetizer and we always make it on taco nights!
Easy Guacamole Recipe: Ingredients & Substitutions
Spices: If you notice, I opt for powdered spices in my guacamole (garlic powder, onion powder, etc). If you prefer the real thing (minced garlic, real onion) by all means go for it! Garlic powder: use fresh minced garlic instead. Onion powder: use finely chopped red onion (about ½ cup) in place of onion powder. Tomatoes: If you’re a raw mater-hater, then you can leave out the tomatoes. I think they add something special to this Homemade Guacamole, but they are easily omitted without effecting the taste in the slightest!
How to Make Guacamole
When I give this the title Easy Guacamole, I mean it. It only takes 5 minutes to whip up this guacamole recipe. However, it is preferable to let the mixture sit for a little while (15-30 minutes) so the flavors have a chance to blend. But, to be honest, I usually just dive right in and throw flavor blending to the wind (because when it comes to guacamole I have zero self-control or patience)! SO let’s dive into how to make guacamole – and don’t forget to watch the video.
Mash the Avocados
First, use a fork or potato masher to carefully mash the avocados. Leave it a little chunkier than you’d like the final product to be, because it will get mashed more later on in the process as other ingredients are added.
Add Lime Juice & Spices
Next mix in the lime juice and spices and stir until evenly distributed.
Add Tomato, Cilantro & Onion
Next, add in the tomato, cilantro and onion (if you’re using onion and not onion powder)! Stir very gently until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Chill
Cover the guacamole and let it set for 15-30 minutes, if desired. You can also make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator completely covered with plastic wrap.
Store
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