Guacamole - Easy Guacamole Recipe

ripe avocados

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: frozen avocado

Avocado oil is healthier for cooking, while frozen avocado is budget-friendly.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a more affordable alternative.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used as a budget-friendly herb substitute.

Cut the ripe avocados lengthwise with a sharp knife and twist to remove the pit.

Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.

Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl to prevent oxidation.

Using the back of a fork, mash the avocados to your desired consistency.

Finely chop the yellow onion and add it to the avocado mixture.

Finely chop the jalapeño pepper, removing seeds if you prefer less heat, and add it to the mix.

Finely chop the tomatoes, removing the seeds, and add them to the mixture.

Add a handful of chopped cilantro and a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Mix everything together and taste for seasoning, adjusting as necessary.

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