There’s nothing quite like the inviting allure of a fresh bowl of guacamole, and this recipe delivers on every level.

It’s an easy, simple, and downright delicious blend of ripe avocados, zesty lime, crisp onions, and just the right hint of spice. Its creamy texture and vibrant flavors make it ideal for a casual snack or a delightful accompaniment to any meal.

Grab your ingredients and enjoy creating a satisfying and wonderfully fresh dish—perfect for sharing with friends (or, I’m not going to lie, I sometimes enjoy this one by myself!! Have I mentioned how much I love avocados?).

Can’t make it now? Save it to Pinterest for later

Equipment You Will Need

Knife
Measuring spoons
Spoon, fork
Mixing bowl
Serving bowl

imarku Japanese Chef Knife - Sharp Kitchen Knife 8 Inch Chef's Knives HC Steel Paring Knife, Unique Gifts for Men and Women, Gifts for Mom or Dad, Kitchen Gadgets with Gift Box, Gyutou Knives

Buy on Amazon

Spring Chef Stainless Steel Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set with Strong N45 Magnets, Heavy Duty Metal Kitchen Gadgets for Baking & Cooking, Fits in Most Kitchen Spice Jars, Set of 8 with Leveler, Black

Buy on Amazon

Pyrex Essentials (3-Piece) Glass Mixing Bowls Set For Prepping, Baking and Cooking, Preheated Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, and Microwave Safe

Buy on Amazon

Easy Guacamole Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Print Recipe

Zesty, creamy, and full of fresh flavor! Ripe avocados are blended with lime juice, cilantro, red onion, garlic, chili, and juicy tomatoes to create a vibrant dip that’s perfect for chips, tacos, or any gathering.

Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale

3 medium-ripe avocados

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon chopped chili or jalapeño

1 Roma tomato, finely chopped

1/2 small red onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 teaspoon salt

Fresh cilantro

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh.
Mash the avocado in a bowl with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky.
Add salt, lime juice, chopped cilantro, red onion, garlic, chili, and tomatoes.
Mix everything well and let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Avoid letting guacamole sit too long, as avocado can darken.

Notes

Serve immediately with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrots, crackers, or other sides.
A good guacamole is only as good as the avocados you choose. Pop over to this guide for more expert tips on finding a perfect medium-ripe avocado!

Author: Little Party Pixie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizers

Step-By-Step Process

ingredients to make gucamole and chopped avocado — *Gather your ingredients, cut your avocados in half, and remove the stone to scoop out the flesh*

process teps adding ingredients to smashed avocado to make guacamole — *Mash your avocado to the preferred level of smoothness, add salt, lime juice, chopped cilantro, red onion, garlic, chili, and tomatoes*

final steps for making guacamole with suggested presentation with tortilla chips — *Mix your ingredients and allow to stand at least 5 minutes before serving – consume immediately before the avocado darkens – perfect for tortilla chips or your favorite veggie dippers!*

This guacamole is perfect for family gatherings, backyard picnics, or a cozy snack on a sunny afternoon. Its versatility makes it a delightful addition to any casual occasion. I hope you enjoy making and sharing this delicious dip as much as I do and make sure to explore other tasty appetizers available on our blog.

Be sure to also check out our Greek Layered Dip and Keto Sausage & Chorizo Dip recipes for even more creative twist on your party dips.

Want the full party playbook? Browse our quick & easy appetizer collection and crowd-pleasing dips that’ll save the day.

Spread the love