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simple chunky guacamole in bowl
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Easy 4-Ingredient Guacamole

This guacamole is so simple and easy to make! It takes just 5 minutes to make and pairs really well with a variety of dishes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 218kcal
Author: Tania

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 large RIPE avocados
  • Juice of 1 to 2 limes plus more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro or to taste
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Cut avocados in half and remove the pit. Using a spoon, scoop the avocado to remove the flesh and discard the peel.
  • In a bowl, mash the avocado, cilantro, and freshly squeezed lime juice (to taste) until chunky or smooth, up to you. Season with salt. Adjust flavors to taste, if needed. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice to flavor and to help prevent the guac from turning brown.
  • How to ripen avocados faster: Place avocados in a brown bag along with a banana or an apple. Seal bag tightly for 1-2 days. These fruits produce ethylene gas, which helps avocados ripen faster.
  • Freezing: Transfer to a resealable freezer-friendly plastic bag, and squeeze out as much as possible. Seal and freeze for 2 to 3 months.
  • Make ahead: Make 1-2 days in advance following the storage tips below.
  • How to store:
    1. Squeeze a thin layer of fresh lime juice to cover the surface completely. This will act as a barrier with the air, which is what causes it to turn brown (oxidation).
    2. Cover with plastic wrap tightly. Seal the container.
    3. Refrigerate. To serve, remove the layer of lime juice and any browned spots.
 
Substitutions and variations:
  • Cilantro: If desired, leave out cilantro, but I’d recommend adding something else like diced tomatoes and a few grinds of black pepper.
 
Disclaimer: Nutritional values (per serving) are approximates only.

Nutrition

Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 662mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg