Home » Course » CondimentsEasy Guacamole Recipe (No Onion) Pin RecipeRate RecipeFebruary 10, 2023 This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our full Disclosure Policy for details. Learn how to make homemade guacamole with this easy to make guacamole recipe. Learn all the tips and tricks to tasty guacamole for dipping, on nachos, on salads and tacos! Jump to Recipe Avocados seem to be everywhere these days! But our favorite avocado-rich side dish–guacamole–isn’t just for game day or Mexican dishes anymore! It’s also great as an appetizer, a healthy snack, on salad, toast and sandwiches. We’ll show you how to make homemade guacamole with this classic guacamole recipe. It’s super easy to prepare, and irresistibly creamy and delicious. Table of Contents What is Guacamole? Ingredients INSTRUCTIONSHOW TO MAKE GUACAMOLE AHEAD Tips For the Best Guacamole What To Serve With GuacamoleMore Mexican Condiment RecipesSTORAGE TIPSCommon QuestionsHomemade Guacamole What is Guacamole? Guacamole is a Mexican dip, topping or spread that is made from mashed avocados, tomatoes, lime juice, cilantro and spices. It can be eaten by itself with crunchy tortilla chips or used as a topping for tacos, burritos, nachos and other Mexican dishes. Notable: creamy avocados mixed with tomatoes, lime juice and just the right amount of spices Main Ingredients: avocados, lime juice, cilantro, tomatoes and spices Cooking Method: no-bake Nutrients: a good source of lutein, beta carotene, and omega-3 fatty acids Cooking Time: 10 minutes prep time Diet: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto friendly Pairs Well With: tortilla chips, tacos, nachos, burritos, fajitas Special Equipment Needed: potato masher or fork Ingredients You may have all of these ingredients for this easy guacamole recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this classic Mexican dip you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients. Ingredients 3 good ripe avocados ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp garlic powder ¾ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp black pepper 2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped 2 small tomatoes, deseeded and diced Variation: Using fresh diced red onion and garlic instead of onion and garlic powders give a stronger garden fresh flavor. You can also add diced jalapeños for a little more crunch and heat, or chunks of pineapple for a sweet and salty combo. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you are planning on preparing a whole Mexican meal, serve our incredible Mexican Hot Chocolate Cupcakes for dessert. They are fluffy with just the right amount of spices and topped with the most amazing Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting. INSTRUCTIONS This section shows how to make the best guacamole recipe, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full instructions, nutritional information, to print the recipe or to have the recipe scaled to double or triple, see the recipe card below. MASH AVOCADOS: Peel and mash avocados to a medium mixing bowl using a potato masher or fork, leaving them a little chunky, if desired. Use a potato masher if you want chunky guacamole or a fork if you want it smoother. ADD SPICES: Add cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh lime juice to the creamy avocados and combine. Then add cilantro and tomatoes and gently mix with a spoon until combined. REST: Allow the guacamole to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. This helps combine the flavors. Then serve with tortilla chips or fresh veggies for dipping. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this authentic guacamole recipe, why not use it for a delicious Easy 7 Layer Dip. This dip is a beautiful mash-up of all your favorite Southwestern flavors including creamy refried beans and sour cream, salsa, fresh avocados, tomatoes and shredded cheese. HOW TO MAKE GUACAMOLE AHEAD Guacamole is best served fresh but you can make it ahead and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To keep it from browning, place it in a bowl, squeeze some lime juice onto the surface and place plastic wrap against the surface of the guacamole, squeezing out any air. This will prevent oxidation and browning. Andrea says…. I love how easy this guacamole is. We love to whip some up to serve with our homemade chicken taquitos. Tips For the Best Guacamole Follow these tips to make the best homemade guacamole recipe. Tip: Use ripe avocados. Choose avocados that are dark green to black and which give slightly when given a gentle squeeze. Avoid bright green, unripe avocados or mushy, shriveled, overripe avocados. Tip: Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. Cut them into very small pieces. Tip: Use a potato masher. This will give you chunky guacamole. Tip: Use lime juice liberally. This prevents browning. What To Serve With Guacamole We love to eat homemade guacamole all by itself with our favorite tortilla chips. However, sometimes you need to serve it as part of a meal. Try one of these delicious recipes: Nachos: BBQ Chicken Nachos or Loaded Beef Nachos would be great dishes to serve with homemade guacamole. Main Dishes: Pair this basic guacamole recipe with crock pot chipotle chicken tacos, chipotle chicken burrito bowls, grilled chipotle chicken kabobs, Instant Pot carnitas or sheet pan chicken fajitas. As Part of Taco Nights: For your next Taco Tuesday, serve a bowl of guacamole with Air Fryer Taco Shells, Instant Pot black beans, cilantro lime rice, Instant Pot Mexican Rice, Ground Beef Taco Filling, and Cilantro Lime Sour Cream. Salsa Recipe with Canned Tomatoes Instant Pot Mexican Rice Loaded Beef Nachos Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos More Mexican Condiment Recipes If you also love Mexican dips as much as we do then you have to try our Restaurant Style Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Mango Habanero Salsa: Mild Pico de Gallo Salsa (Chipotle Copycat Recipe) Mango Habanero Salsa Recipe STORAGE TIPS Refrigerate: Place leftover guacamole in a bowl or airtight container, lay a piece of plastic wrap over the surface, removing as many air bubbles as possible to prevent air from browning the guacamole. Store in the fridge for 2-3 days. In case any brown spots formed, carefully remove them from the surface with a spoon. Then give the leftover guacamole a good stir before serving. Freeze: We do not recommend freezing guacamole because when it thaws, the texture will change and it may be quite watery. Common Questions What is traditional guacamole made of? Traditional guacamole is made from avocados, tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro and lime. It’s seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. How do I keep my guacamole from turning brown? Avocado will quickly brown when exposed to the air. To prevent this, sprinkle the top of your guacamole with lime juice. Do this especially before you refrigerate your guacamole. Then cover with plastic wrap right on top of the guacamole so there’s no air between the guacamole and the plastic wrap. What can you add to guacamole to make it taste better? The trick to the best tasting guacamole is using fresh ingredients. If you find that your guacamole is too bland, you may need to add a bit more salt and/or lime juice. Adding more lime will increase the tanginess, while added more salt with increase saltiness. Add each of these things gradually until you’ve achieved your preferred flavor. How can you make spicy guacamole? If you’d like to increase the spiciness of your creamy guac, mix in 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, diced jalapeño or sriracha sauce. Is guacamole healthy to eat? The biggest ingredient in guacamole is avocados which are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which boost brain function and health. These monounsaturated fats can help lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. Avocado is also a keto-friendly food. Guacamole also contains tomatoes and other fresh vegetables which are high in vitamins your body needs. Eating it in moderation is a healthy choice. Is it safe to eat brown avocado? This depends on the reason why your avocado is brown. If the avocado flesh has turned brown as a result of being cut open it is still safe to eat the brown parts. If the avocado is already brown when you cut into it, it is most likely due to it going bad. We do not recommend eating those parts. Simply cut away the brown parts and use the parts that are still bright green. 5 from 1 vote Homemade Guacamole Course Appetizer Cuisine Mexican Prep Time 10 minutes Print Pin Rate 4 people Learn how to make homemade guacamole with this easy to make guacamole recipe. Learn all the tips and tricks to tasty guacamole for dipping, on nachos, on salads and tacos! Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Equipment1 Potato Masher (or a fork) Ingredients 1x2x3x▢ 3 avocados▢ 1/2 tspn onion powder▢ 1/2 tspn ground cumin▢ 1/2 tspn garlic powder▢ 3/4 tspn sea salt▢ 1/4 tspn black pepper▢ 2 tbsp lime juice fresh squeezed▢ 2 tbsp cilantro fresh chopped▢ 2 tomatoes, small deseeded and diced InstructionsAdd the flesh of the avocados to a medium mixing bowl. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the avocados, leaving them a little chunky, if desired. Add cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Use a spatula to combine. Add cilantro and tomatoes and gently mix until combined. Allow the guacamole to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. This helps combine the flavors. Serve with pico de gallo, restaurant style salsa, mango habanero salsa and chips. Or, use it to top burrito bowls or tacos. Notes Avocado will brown from oxidation easily. Lime helps prevent browning. Before refrigerating, sprinkle the top with more lime juice and cover with plastic wrap right on top of the guacamole so there’s no air between the guacamole and the plastic wrap. NutritionCalories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 747mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg Did you create this? Share it on Instagram and follow us on Pinterest for more cleverly simply recipes. Email Recipe Pin Recipe Share Recipe PinShareTweet