The Best Homemade Guacamole Recipe

Have you ever wanted to make your own guacamole but didn’t know where to start? Well, look no further! This is the best homemade guacamole recipe that you’ll ever find.

This guacamole recipe is so easy to follow and the results are absolutely delicious. You’ll be able to impress all of your friends and family with your mad guacamole skills. Plus, they’ll never guess that it was actually super easy to make.

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The Best Homemade Guacamole Recipe

This is the best guacamole recipe that you will ever make! It’s simple, fast, and perfect for any party or gathering.

Once you try this recipe, you will never want to buy store-bought guacamole again. It’s so much better than anything you can get in a jar or tube. Plus, it’s really easy to customize to your own taste preferences.

How to pick ripe avocados

Picking the right avocados is the first step to making the best guacamole at home. You want them to be ripe but not too ripe. If they are not ripe, they will be hard and have no flavor. If they are too ripe, they will taste off and be mushy.

When you press on the avocado, there should be a little give to it. If there is no give, it means that it isn’t ripe. If there is too much give, then it is overripe.

Look for an avocado that still has the stem. If the stem is removed, it is more than likely that there will be brown spots on the inside.

How to cut an avocado

Cutting an avocado can be tricky. The first thing you want to do is remove the pit.

To do this, take a sharp knife and insert it into the side of the avocado. Twist the knife until the pit comes loose. Once the pit is removed, use a spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh.

If you want to make chunky guacamole, then you can leave the avocado in larger pieces. If you want it to be more smooth, then you can cut it into smaller pieces.

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How to Keep Guacamole Green

One of the most common questions I get about this guacamole recipe is how to keep it green.

There are a few things that you can do to help keep the avocado from turning brown. Making sure there is an acid in the guac. The other easiest tip is to make sure to place a piece of plastic wrap directly on it. Keeping the air off of it is key. If you find that you are still having trouble, try these idea. You can one of these tips or all of these tips.

-The first thing is to make sure that you are using ripe avocados. If they are not ripe, they will be more likely to turn brown.

-The second thing is to add some acidity. This can be in the form of lime juice, lemon juice, or even vinegar. The acid will help to prevent the avocado from oxidizing and turning brown.

-The third thing is to add some salt. This may seem counterintuitive, but salt actually helps to keep the guacamole green.

-The fourth thing is to add some fat. This can be in the form of olive oil, avocado oil, or even bacon fat. The fat will help to create a barrier between the air and the guacamole, which will prevent it from turning brown.

-The fifth thing is to add some antioxidants. This can be in the form of fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley. You can also add a pinch of ground cloves, which is a natural antioxidant.

-The sixth and final thing is to store the guacamole properly. The best way to do this is to place it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge.

How to Store

The best way to store guacamole is in an airtight container in the fridge. Place a piece of plastic down directly on the guacamole. This will help to keep it from turning brown.

If you are going to be storing it for more than a day, then you may want to add some additional acidity, fat, or salt to help keep it fresh.

How long does it last?

Guacamole will last in the fridge for about 3-4 days. You can eat it even if it has turned brown. It will still taste good but it just doesn’t look appealing.

Guacamole tips

Want your guacamole to be extra smooth, then you can put it in a food processor or blender and blend it until it reaches the desired consistency.

If you want to add some more heat to your guacamole, then you can add extra diced jalapenos or serrano peppers.

Variations to homemade guacamole recipe

There are endless possibilities when it comes to variations of guacamole.

If you’d like creamier homemade guacamole, add Greek yogurt or sour cream.

Add black beans. This gives it a little bit of extra protein and makes it more filling.

Add salsa. This adds a twist on the flavor of the guac.

Try corn in the guacamole. This adds a sweetness and a crunch.

If you want to make a lower carb version, then you can leave out the corn and add in some diced zucchini or cucumber.

If you want to make it extra spicy, then you can add more diced peppers or even some hot sauce.

For a sweeter version, you can add in some diced fruit, such as strawberries, mango or pineapple.

You can also mix in some shredded cheese, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack.

Don’t have enough avocados? Add sour cream or cottage cheese to your guacamole dip to stretch what you have.

Finally, if you want to make it extra healthy, then you can add in some diced avocado. This will add some healthy fats and make it more filling.

How to Serve Homemade Guacamole

Everyone thinks of dips and chips when they think of guac, but there are so many other ways to use it.

As a twist on traditional chips, try eating it with pasta chips as a meal.

We add it to the top of nachos and tacos, like black bean tacos, Barbacoa Tacos, Taco Cups and fish tacos.

Add it to other Mexican dishes like chicken enchiladas or chicken enchilada casserole, chicken fajita soup, sopes, chicken quesadillas, or salsa chicken.

When thinking a little more out of the box, add it to things like marinated chicken breast. I add it to my spicy chicken salad , buffalo chicken taquitos or breakfast sandwiches, like breakfast taquitos, WW bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches, bacon, egg and cheese with avocado sandwich, and Turkey, Avocado, BLTs. I even like to add it to deviled eggs for a twist on a classic.

Ingredients

Get the full list of ingredients, with measurements, and step-by-step instructions at the bottom of the post in the printable recipe card.

• Avocados 
• Limes
• Garlic powder
• Onion
• Jalapeño
• Salt and Pepper

How to Make Homemade Guacamole

Place diced onion and jalapeño in a bowl with garlic powder, salt and pepper coat with juice of limes.

Set aside at least 5 minutes and up to an hour.

Cut the avocados in half and scoop out insides. Discard the pits and skins. 

Mash Avocados in the bowl with the onion mixture until desired creaminess.

Add additional salt if desired.