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bowl of guacamole on serving platter with chips

Best Homemade Guacamole

My Casual Pantry
Guacamole is so fresh and easy to make with just four ingredients.  Serve with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or spread on toast. A delicious topping for tacos, fajitas, and nachos.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 - 6

Ingredients
  

  • 4 avocados
  • 1 ½ limes juiced
  • ½ cup finely diced red onion
  • 1 jalapeno finely diced with seeds and membrane removed (optional)
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Slice the avocados in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the pits. Using a knife, make horizontal and vertical cuts int he avocado, being careful not to cut through the skin. Scoop out the avocado flesh and add to a mixing bowl.
  • Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the avocado and using a fork, mash the avocado until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Stir in the finely diced red onion, jalapeno (optional), chopped cilantro, and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or store tightly covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. (See blog post for additional storage tips).
Keyword avocado, dips, easy recipes, snacks
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