Name: Easy Homemade Guacamole
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 large ripe avocados (*see note below); 1 roma tomato, diced (*see note below); Juice from ½ lime; 1 teaspoon minced garlic (*about 1 large clove *see note below); salt & pepper to taste

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Need an easy homemade guacamole recipe? You’ve come to the right place! This quick, simple recipe takes only six ingredients and ten minutes. Guacamole makes a great side dish and it’s the perfect appetizer for any party. Plus, it’s low carb, gluten free, vegan and packed with healthy fats.

A bowl of easy homemade guacamole — Easy Homemade Guacamole

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Is guacamole good for you?

Guacamole is full of healthy fats, which makes it high calorie, but low-carb. Healthy fats are an important part of a balanced diet and can help keep you full. Guacamole is definitely a keto-friendly food and good for you in moderation!

Dipping a tortilla chip in homemade guacamole.

How much guacamole per person?

This recipe makes enough guacamole for 4-5 people. As a general rule of thumb, I like to use one large avocado for 2 people. I’ve never come up short when following this guideline!

Where is guacamole in the grocery store?

If you don’t have time to make your own guacamole, you can buy it pre-made at the grocery store. Typically you’ll find it in the refrigerated area of the produce section or in the deli.

Handy tips:

One great thing about making your own guacamole at home? You have total control over the texture! Simply mash your mixture less if you like it chunkier.
If you don’t have any tomatoes, try adding 1-2 tablespoons of salsa instead!
Feel free to get creative with your guacamole, try different mix-ins and spices. Sometimes I like to add a little diced red onion, chili powder or crushed red pepper flakes (for some spice)! Diced jalapenos are also delicious.

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5 from 3 votes

Easy Homemade Guacamole

Mashed avocado mixed with diced Roma tomato, minced garlic, lime juice, salt & pepper!

Prep Time10 mins

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: 10 Minute Recipe, Avocados, Gluten Free, Healthy Fats, Homemade Guacamole, Keto Friendly, Low Carb, Mexican, Party Appetizer, Vegan, Vegetartian

Servings: people

Calories: 167kcal

Ingredients

2 large ripe avocados *see note below
1 roma tomato, diced *see note below
Juice from ½ lime
1 teaspoon minced garlic *about 1 large clove *see note below
salt & pepper to taste

Recipe notes:

Ripe avocados: if your avocados aren’t ripe enough they will be really hard to mash. Ripe avocados will have a little give when pressed with your fingers. Let them sit for a day or two if they aren’t quite ready yet.

Roma tomato: other varieties of tomatoes will work fine! You can also use a 2-3 tablespoons of salsa in place of tomatoes.

Minced garlic: I recommend keeping a jar of pre-minced garlic on hand. It’s such a nice thing to have around, a big time saver! Garlic powder can be used as a substitute in this recipe, but may not taste quite as fresh.

Instructions

Dice your tomato and cut avocados in half. Remove avocado seeds. If making ahead, save one seed to store with your guacamole (this will help slow browning).
Scoop avocado into a small mixing bowl. Add diced tomato, minced garlic and lime juice. (I typically use juice from ½ of a lime. If you like the citrus flavor, you can use a whole lime)!
Mash ingredients together with a fork until desired texture is reached. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with chips & salsa if desired. Enjoy!

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