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Best Guacamole Recipe Ever (Really!)

A bright, easy guacamole made with ripe avocado, lime, onion, cilantro, and tomatoes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 lime lime, juiced
  • 1/2 small red onion, diced
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped plus additional for garnish
  • 6 grape tomatoes quartered
  • pinch salt to taste
  • pinch black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cut the avocado lengthwise around the pit, twist the halves to separate, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  • Mash the avocado with a fork until you reach mostly chunky consistency.
  • Add the juice of 1/4 lime, the diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl, then season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  • Quarter the grape tomatoes and, if desired, remove the seeds from a few quarters for garnish; add the remaining tomato quarters to the avocado and combine gently.
  • Transfer the guacamole to serving bowls and garnish with the reserved tomato quarters and additional cilantro.

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • fork
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon

Notes

  • Use a ripe avocado for best flavor and texture.
  • Adjust lime and salt to taste.
  • Remove tomato seeds if you prefer less moisture.