The ULTIMATE Chunky Guacamole recipe crafted with mature avocados, crunchy vegetables, zesty lime juice, and a touch of spice that you can effortlessly whip up in just moments! Ideal for summer cookouts, game day celebrations, taco evenings, or simply when you’re in the mood for a refreshing snack.

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Everybody requires a reliable guacamole recipe and let me tell you, this is genuinely the ULTIMATE guacamole recipe you’ll find! I adore the vibrant, fresh tastes, and each bite is filled with smooth avocado, tangy lime, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of heat courtesy of the jalapeño. This is vastly superior to store-bought guacamole, which is usually packed with artificial components. This homemade guacamole utilizes only top-notch ingredients that are fresh and taste better than what you’d find in most Mexican eateries!

Reasons to Love This

  • Quick and simple – this guacamole comes together in just 10 minutes with basic, fresh ingredients.
  • Fresh components – filled with ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic, and zesty lime.
  • Nutritious – avocados are loaded with vital vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants while providing a fantastic source of healthy fats and fiber. This guac is also gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, vegan, and low in carbs.
  • Adaptable – this straightforward guacamole is excellent as an appetizer with crunchy tortilla chips and veggies or as a tasty topping for tacos, burrito bowls, burgers, and more!

Necessary Ingredients

  • avocados – you’ll require 3 ripe haas avocados and they are ripe when they yield slightly under pressure from your fingers
  • tomatoes – I prefer to use grape or cherry tomatoes for guacamole because they are sweeter with less juice, but roma tomatoes work well too.
  • limes – this is a must as it imparts a vibrant flavor to this guacamole. Always use freshly squeezed lime juice since bottled lime juice can taste acidic.
  • red onion – brings a nice pop of color and crunch to the guacamole. If you lack red onion, white onion or green onions can be used in this recipe.
  • jalapeno pepper – delivers the perfect amount of heat! Jalapeños are not overwhelmingly spicy, but feel free to skip this if you prefer a milder guacamole. If you crave more heat, consider using serrano peppers or a dash of cayenne pepper.
  • garlic – fresh chopped garlic cloves or minced garlic from a jar can be used.
  • cilantro – I’m a big fan of cilantro leaves, so I use quite a bit, however, if you’re not into it, you can substitute with chopped parsley, fresh basil, or other herbs.
  • cumin – just a small amount goes a long way and adds depth to this guac.
  • salt + pepper – essential for melding all these flavors!

Procedure for Making Chunky Guacamole

  1. Prepare the components. Finely chop the tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro with a sharp knife. Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the avocados. Incorporate the lime juice and kosher salt, then gently mash the avocados using a fork or potato masher. Aim for a creamy yet slightly chunky consistency.
  3. Combine everything. Add the tomatoes, red onion, garlic, lime zest, jalapeño, cilantro, and cumin, mixing thoroughly. Taste and adjust with extra salt if needed.

Advice for the Perfect Guacamole

  • Select ripe avocados – you can tell they are ripe when they yield slightly to pressure. If they’re too firm, leave them on the counter for a couple of days.
  • Chop ingredients uniformly – this guarantees that the ingredients are well distributed and that the guacamole maintains a good balance of taste and texture.
  • Serve fresh – serve this as soon as possible after preparation to keep the vibrant color, flavor, and freshness.
  • Preserve the green – avocados turn brown quite rapidly due to oxidation, so I recommend pressing plastic wrap (or cling film) directly onto the surface of the leftover guacamole when storing to reduce browning.

Serving Suggestions

Preparation and Storage

Guacamole is best enjoyed as fresh as possible, as avocados can brown quickly due to oxidation. To halt this browning, place the guacamole in a sealed, airtight container and press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guac before sealing it with a lid. This helps create a barrier against oxygen.

When stored correctly, guacamole should remain fresh for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator. Nevertheless, I advise enjoying this guacamole at your earliest convenience for the freshest experience!

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  • In a medium bowl, mash avocados with lime juice and salt until just mixed, but still a bit chunky.

  • Add in tomatoes, red onion, garlic, lime zest, jalapeño, cumin, and cilantro, mixing thoroughly.

  • Adjust seasoning with additional salt if necessary. Serve immediately with your favorite tortilla chips or fresh vegetables and enjoy!

Serving: 1/6th of recipe | Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12.1g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Sodium: 100.4mg | Fiber: 5.8g | Sugar: 1.4g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.