Creamy avocado is the main ingredient in this simple 4-Ingredient (plus spices) guacamole recipe without cilantro. You will only need 4 ingredients including mashed avocado, juicy ripe tomato, chopped onions zesty lime juice, and spices like
This recipe for guacamole is ready to serve in less than 15 minutes and has flavors your entire family will love, making it a win-win for this mom.
I make my guacamole without cilantro because my husband does not love the flavor. You can add some in if you like it. This recipe makes mild guacamole, but if you like it spicy adding jalapenos would be a great idea.
This homemade guacamole recipe includes answers to the top questions about guacamole, like how to keep it fresh and how to use it.
Easy Recipe for Guacamole with No Cilantro
Ingredients of Homemade Guacamole
- El Monterey® Chicken & Cheese Flour Taquitos to pair with your dip
- Avocados, ripe
- Onion, finely diced
- Tomatoes, diced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Lime, juiced
- Sea salt
How to make an easy meal with guacamole at home?
- 1. Preheat your oven so you can cook your El Monterey Taquitos while you are making your guacamole. Or you can cook them in your toaster oven - just cut the cooking time in half. Don’t forget to line your cookie sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
2. Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. Mash the avocado with a potato masher or a fork. I like to make it in the bowl I want to serve it in, even though it is smaller and the ingredients could spill over.
3. Then, add the rest of the ingredients and mix until well combined. Taste to see if it has the right amount of seasoning, if not add salt and lime to taste.
4. Serve with your favorite Mexican food - we love these El Monterey® Chicken & Cheese Flour Taquitos
Recipe for Easy Guacamole
Easy Recipe for Guacamole with No Cilantro
Ingredients
- 3 avocados ripe
- ½ small onion finely diced
- ½ cup tomatoes diced
- 1 teaspoon of garlic cloves minced
- 1 lime juiced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- With a sharp knife cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop into a bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a potato masher or a fork. Smash to your desired chunkiness.
- Add all of the remaining ingredients and stir together. Give it a taste test and add a pinch more salt or lime juice if needed.
How to keep guacamole from turning brown?
The discoloration starts the minute the avocado flesh is exposed to oxygen. You can reduce it or control it by using lemon juice. So the more you add, the lower the chance of your homemade guacamole turning brown.
Also, if you don’t serve it right away, make sure to store it in an airtight container, in the fridge.
However, if your guacamole dip turns brown, simply mix it well before serving.
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Tips for Making Easy Guacamole
- I think large avocados work best. If you can only find small avocados, feel free to add one more!
- I like fresh limes instead of lime juice in a bottle.
How should I serve guacamole?
Guacamole is so versatile you can serve it as a dip, spread, or topping on your salad. It pairs perfectly with all Mexican foods like these Chicken & Cheese Flour Taquitos.
I served the guacamole in the same bowl I prepped it in. Then I placed it on a bed of lettuce and put the taquitos around it. It makes a great appetizer or meal.
How to keep guacamole from turning brown?
When avocados are exposed to oxygen they start to turn brown. Lemon juice can help reduce this discoloration. I think it is best to make the guacamole right before you are going to serve it. If you make it ahead of time make sure you store it in an airtight container and in the fridge. If it does start turning brown you can mix it up before serving.
How long does guacamole last?
I like to make mine when I am prepping the rest of my food and eat it right away. If you put it in an airtight container, it should last another day or two.
Is guacamole healthy?
Thanks to the avocados guacamole have great health benefits. Avocados are loaded with healthy monounsaturated fat. This fat is important because they boost your brain function and overall health. It is one of the good plant-based fats that can help lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.
If you make guacamole from scratch at home with this recipe, it is healthy. It only contains fresh ingredients, which are always good for you, and has no preservatives or fillers.
Plus, avocados are nutrient-rich and contain fatty acids. Want to know more check out this article about the benefits of avocados? Adding homemade guacamole to your diet will definitely be beneficial to you!
Are avocado and guacamole the same thing?
Avocado and guacamole are not the same things, but avocados are the main ingredient for guacamole.
Can you freeze guacamole?
Yes, you can freeze guacamole, but I don’t recommend it. When you can make it in 10 minutes, why would you need to freeze it?
When you thaw it out guacamole can get thin and not have the same taste as fresh guacamole.
Is guacamole good for avocado toast?
Avocado toast has been all the rage. You can use sliced avocados for avocado toast, but guacamole works well too.
Avocado and guacamole are not the same things, but avocados are the main ingredient for guacamole.
Can you freeze guacamole?
Yes, you can freeze guacamole, but I don’t recommend it. When you can make it in 10 minutes, why would you need to freeze it?
When you thaw it out guacamole can get thin and not have the same taste as fresh guacamole.
Is guacamole good for avocado toast?
Avocado toast has been all the rage. You can use sliced avocados for avocado toast, but guacamole works well too.
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