Homemade guacamole

Authentic Mexican guacamole: mashed avocados, lime, tomato, onion and coriander. Fresh, creamy and full of good fats, it is served with raw vegetables or tortillas as a nibble.

Preparation: 10 min  |  Cooking: 0 min  |  Servings: 4  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities listed. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 170 kcal · 2 g protein · 9 g carbohydrate · 16 g fat

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 lime
• 1 tomato
• 1/2 red onion
• 1 bunch of coriander
• salt, chilli

Method

1. Mash the avocados with a fork (keep some texture).
2. Add the lime juice straight away.
3. Stir in the diced tomato and onion, and the coriander.
4. Season with salt and chilli, and serve chilled.

Nutritional benefits

Avocado is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are good for the heart, as well as fibre and potassium. The lime and vegetables add freshness and vitamin C. Low in carbohydrate, guacamole is a healthy, filling dip, far better than shop-bought sauces, and perfect with raw vegetables.

Variations and substitutions

• Spicier: more chilli or jalapeños.
• With mango for a touch of sweetness.
• With garlic.
• Spread on wholemeal bread.

Storage and making ahead

Eat quickly, as avocado goes brown. Leaving the stone in and adding lime slows down oxidation.

💡 Good to know

Add the lime juice as soon as the avocados are mashed: its acidity stops the guacamole from browning.

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The foods in this recipe: avocados · lime · tomato · onion · coriander.

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