Perfect Guacamole

From: thesaltymarshmallow.com

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Category: Appetizer / Dip
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mexican

Introduction

Creamy, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this homemade guacamole is a simple recipe you’ll come back to again and again. Made with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and a handful of classic ingredients, the secret touch takes this dip to the next level. Perfect for tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or as a topping for your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes.

Ingredients

3 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
1 Roma tomato, diced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin (the recipe’s secret ingredient)
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Mash the avocados: Place the avocados in a medium bowl and mash with a fork until you reach your desired consistency.
Add the vegetables: Stir in the diced tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic.
Season: Add the lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until everything is well combined.
Taste and adjust: Add more salt or lime juice if needed to suit your taste.
Serve: Enjoy immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, nachos, or grilled meats.

Notes

Choose ripe avocados: They should give slightly when gently squeezed but shouldn’t feel mushy.
Prevent browning: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole before refrigerating to minimize oxidation.
Customize it: Add extra jalapeño for more heat or leave it out for a milder version.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best flavor and color, enjoy the same day.

Final Thought