Authentic Guacamole
Hand-mashed avocado with lime, onion, chili and coriander.
Authentic Guacamole is a classic vegetarian Mexican recipe built around avocado, tomato and lime. It serves 4 and comes together in roughly 10 minutes from prep to plate. It is an approachable, beginner-friendly dish — the kind of recipe you can put on the table in about 10 minutes without much fuss. The method is straightforward, with each step doing one clear job so the finished dish tastes balanced rather than busy.
The headline ingredients here are avocado, tomato and lime. Spend a little time choosing well: fresher, more carefully-sourced versions of these will lift the whole plate, while every other element is mostly there to support them. A few sensible swaps: good tinned tomatoes are better than mediocre fresh ones outside summer.
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220
kcal
3g
Protein
12g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Ingredients
- avocadokey3 ripe
- tomatokey1
- limekey2
- red onion0.5
- jalapeno1
- coriander0.5 cup
- saltstaple
Method
- 1Step 1 ~3 min
Mash avocado with lime juice and salt — keep it chunky.
- 2Step 2 ~3 min
Finely dice onion, tomato, jalapeno.
- 3Step 3 ~3 min
Fold in with chopped coriander.
- 4Step 4 ~3 min
Serve immediately with warm tortilla chips.
Per-step times are approximate and based on the total cook time of 10 minutes.
Pro tips & common mistakes
- Taste a small spoonful just before serving and adjust salt, acid (lemon or vinegar) and heat — that final balance check is what separates a good home cook from a great one.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does Authentic Guacamole take to cook?
- From prep to plate, Authentic Guacamole takes about 10 minutes and yields 4 servings. About a third of that is hands-on; the rest is the cooking itself.
- Is Authentic Guacamole vegetarian?
- Yes — this version of Authentic Guacamole is fully vegetarian. If you want to make it vegan, swap any dairy or eggs for a plant-based equivalent of the same texture.
- What are the key ingredients in Authentic Guacamole?
- The headline ingredients are avocado, tomato and lime. The rest of the list is supporting cast — spices, aromatics and pantry staples — that round out the flavour rather than carry it.
- Can I scale this recipe up or down?
- Yes. The ingredient quantities scale linearly: halve for 2 servings or double for 8. Cooking times stay roughly the same, except for anything that depends on pan surface area — if you double a stir-fry, cook it in two batches rather than crowding the pan.
- How should I store the leftovers?
- Let leftovers cool to room temperature, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently — low heat on the stove with a splash of water, or short bursts in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel so it does not dry out.
- Can I freeze Authentic Guacamole?
- Yes. Cool fully, portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 1 month. Defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat gently; you may need a splash of water or stock to bring the sauce back to its original consistency.
- What should I serve with Authentic Guacamole?
- Authentic Guacamole pairs naturally with classic mexican sides — a simple grain, a fresh salad, or a light pickle to cut through richness. Aim for something that contrasts the main dish in texture or temperature rather than echoing it.
- What if I do not have avocado?
- If avocado is hard to find, look for the closest substitute by texture and cooking time — that matters more than matching the flavour exactly. The dish will still work; it will just lean in a slightly different direction.