The perfect guacamole is an essential recipe to have on hand if you love Mexican food, and this recipe is the one!
Guacamole can be simply mashed avocados but to make it more interesting and give it a kick you need to add some spice, herbs, and citrus.
Once you’ve tried out the suped-up version, you’ll never want plain guac ever again!
This beloved classic is taken to new heights with the bold flavors of fresh cilantro, mint, and parsley. For some added sparkle, we have used lime and orange juice.
The whole dip is finished off with cumin, tomato, red onion, and jalapeños for some much-needed heat and texture to make this the most crave-worthy guacamole around.
Why you will love this Guacamole recipe…
Herbaceous Guacamole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- Juice of 1/2 orange (about 1 tablespoon)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional for heat)
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ cup diced tomato
Instructions
Ingredients
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to mash the avocados to your desired consistency—chunky or smooth.
- Squeeze in the lime and orange juices immediately to preserve the vibrant green color. Stir in the salt, cumin, and garlic for a flavorful base.
- Gently fold in the chopped cilantro, mint, and parsley. The herbs should remain fresh and vibrant, so avoid overmixing.
- Stir in the red onion, jalapeño, and diced tomato for added crunch, spice, and brightness.
- Give the guacamole a taste test and adjust the salt or lime juice to suit your preference.
- Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or parsley for a pop of color, and serve with tortilla chips, pita bread, or fresh veggies.
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Serving Suggestions
This herbaceous guacamole is a wonderful filling for tacos, as a topping for toast, or as a dip for crunchy crudités or corn chips.
You can also pair it with Grilled Shrimp Skewers for a light and flavorful combination that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Guacamole FAQs
Is guacamole just mashed avocado?
The main ingredient of guacamole is mashed avocado but, traditionally, it’s got a lot more to it. Mexican guacamole includes salt, pepper, lime juice, and diced onion.
What is guacamole in English?
There is no direct translation for guacamole in English.
What’s another name for guacamole?
There are a few similar dishes to guacamole from other cultures. In Spanish it can be called mantequilla de pobre and the Venezuelan version is called guasacaca.
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