How To Make Guacamole | Mexican Style Avocado Dip Recipe

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell pepper adds crunch without the heat.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon offers similar acidity, vinegar is cost-effective.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley provides a fresh flavor, spinach adds greens.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onion is milder, white onion is more economical.

Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop flesh into a bowl.

Mash the avocado with a fork until desired consistency is reached.

Add lime juice and mix well to prevent browning.

Finely chop cilantro and add to the mixture.

Dice red onion and jalapeño, then add to the bowl.

Chop tomato and add it to the guacamole.

Minced garlic can be added for extra flavor.

Season with salt to taste and mix thoroughly.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.

Cooking Techniques

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