Homemade Guacamole Recipe
This guacamole is fresh, creamy, and loaded with flavor from zesty lime, crisp red onion, and just the right kick of jalapeño. It’s the kind of dip that disappears fast—no matter how much you make. One bite, and you'll see why it's my go-to recipe every single time.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 3 Hass Avocados ripe
- 2 Roma Tomatoes
- 1 Jalapeno
- 1 Lime juiced
- ½ Red Onion
- 2 Tablespoons Cilantro chopped
- ¼ teaspoon Salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the skin and pit. Place the avocados in a bowl and set aside.
- Dice the Roma tomatoes and set aside.
- Dice the red onion and set aside.
- Chop the jalapeno and set aside.
- Chop the cilantro and set aside.
- Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
- Add the diced tomatoes, diced onion, chopped jalapeno, and lime juice.
- Add the salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix until well combined.
Notes
Use ripe avocados: This is key! If they’re too firm, your guacamole will be hard to mash and lack flavor. If they’re overripe, it can turn mushy and brown quickly.
Dice everything small: Finely chopping the onion, tomato, and jalapeño makes for a better texture and ensures every bite has a little bit of everything.
Taste and adjust as you go: Start with the listed amounts of salt, pepper, and lime juice, then taste and tweak. Avocados can vary in flavor, so a quick taste test goes a long way.
Don’t overmix: Mash the avocados first, then gently stir in the rest of the ingredients. You want it creamy but still a little chunky for the best texture.
Use a non-reactive bowl: Avoid using metal bowls, especially aluminum, which can react with the lime juice and affect the flavor. Glass, ceramic, or plastic bowls are your best bet.