Healthy Guacamole Recipe
Healthy Guacamole Recipe emphasizes fresh, nutrient-rich components contributing to its health benefits. Also, Guacamole, a cherished Mexican dish with its origins traced back to the Aztecs, celebrates rich history and is a testament to the versatility of wholesome ingredients.
- Servings 3
- Preparation time 15 min
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 535 kcal Protein: 7 g Fat: 2.5 g Fat: 45 g Carbohydrates: 43 g Dietary Fiber: 35 g Sugars: 11.15 g Cholesterol: 15 mg Sodium: 150 mg
Ingredients in Healthy Guacamole Recipe
- Two avocados
- One large tomato
- One jalapeno pepper
- One small red onion
- Two tbsp. of lime juice
- Salt to your taste
Kitchen Tools for Guacamole Recipe
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Spoon
- Mortar and Pestle or Fork or Potato or masher and mixing bowl
How to Make Guacamole Recipe
- Chop tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno pepper into small pieces and put them aside.
- Remove pits from avocados and scoop avocado flesh out into mortar.
- Add the chopped jalapeño and red onion to the mortar. Use the pestle to gently crush and mix them with the avocado, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add salt and lime juice
- Add all other ingredients and mix everything.
Your easy Guacamole recipe is now ready to be enjoyed!
Tips
- Avocados: Choose ripe avocados. They should yield to gentle pressure but not be too soft or mushy. Cut them in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh with a spoon.
- Tomato: Use a large, ripe tomato. Dice it into small pieces. You can remove the seeds and excess juice from the tomato to prevent the guacamole from becoming watery.
- Jalapeño Pepper: Adjust the amount of jalapeño according to your spice preference. Remove the seeds and the membrane if you prefer less heat, and finely chop the pepper. Always wash your hands after handling jalapeños to avoid irritation.
- Red Onion: Dice the red onion finely so its flavor doesn’t overpower the other ingredients. Soaking the diced onion in cold water for a few minutes can reduce its sharpness.
- Lime Juice: Use lime juice in moderation to preserve authentic Guacamole texture and taste.
- For the best flavor, fresh-squeezed lime juice is preferable. It not only adds a zesty taste but also helps prevent the avocados from turning brown.
- This dish is well served as a spread, in tacos and with corn tortilla chips.
How do I pick out ripe avocados for Guacamole?
Look for avocados that yield to gentle pressure without being mushy, and have a dark green to black color.
How far in advance can Guacamole be made?
Best enjoyed fresh but can be made an hour in advance, covered tightly and refrigerated.
What is the origin of the word "Guacamole"?
It comes from the Nahuatl words “ahuacatl” (avocado) and “mōlli” (sauce).