Easy Vegan Guacamole
There’s nothing quite like a fresh bowl of homemade guacamole—creamy avocados, a hint of lime, the perfect balance of spice, and just the right amount of crunch. It’s an easy, naturally vegan dip that comes together in minutes and is perfect for snacking, topping tacos, or even spreading on toast.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 116kcal
Ingredients
- 4 avocados ripe
- 12 tablespoon lime juice about 2 limes
- ½ medium red onion cubed
- 1 tomato cubed, seeds discarded
- ½ medium red bell pepper cubed, seeds discarded
- 1 jalapeño cubed
- 3 tablespoon cilantro chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits.
- Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh and place it in a medium bowl. Discard any brown spots if desired.
- Add the lime juice to the avocado.
- Using a large fork or potato masher, mash the avocado with the lime juice until mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.
- Stir in the diced onion, tomato, red bell pepper, jalapeño (or chili pepper/cayenne flakes), cilantro, and salt. Mix well.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lime juice if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Avocados: Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly to pressure but aren’t mushy.
- Lime Juice: Helps prevent browning and enhances flavor. Lemon juice can be used, but lime is more traditional.
- Texture Tip: Mash until slightly chunky for the best consistency. Over-mashing can make it too smooth.
- Heat Level: Adjust the spice by removing the jalapeño seeds for a milder guacamole or adding extra chili flakes for more heat.
- Storage: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole before refrigerating to minimize browning. A sliced onion on top can also help.
- Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, grilled vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches and toast.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 374IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.5mg
