With just three main ingredients plus salt and pepper, this quick homemade guacamole is creamy, bright and ready in minutes. It’s perfect as a party dip, a side for tacos or quesadillas, or whenever you’re craving something fresh and flavorful.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
- Fast and simple. You only need ripe avocados, fresh lime, cilantro, salt and pepper. No cooking required, and it comes together in minutes.
- Customizable. Mash it to a chunky or smooth texture and adjust the seasoning to taste. You can fold in a spoonful of salsa or some diced jalapeño if you want more heat.
- Versatile. Serve it with tortilla chips as a crowd-pleasing dip, or use it as a topping or side for nachos, breakfast burrito bowls, taco salads and grilled proteins.
Key ingredients and variations
- Avocados: Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly when pressed. Avoid fruit that is overly soft or dark inside, and don’t use very firm avocados that are not ripe yet.
- Lime: Freshly squeezed lime juice brightens the flavor and helps slow browning. Add more or less to suit your taste.
- Salt & pepper: These enhance the flavors. You can also add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or taco seasoning for extra depth.
- Fresh cilantro: Finely chopped cilantro adds herbaceous freshness—adjust the amount depending on whether you like its flavor.
How to make this super easy guacamole
Place the avocado flesh, lime juice, cilantro, salt and pepper into a bowl.
Gently mash with a fork until you reach the texture you prefer—leave it chunky or mash until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve.
Tips
- Pick ripe avocados. They should give slightly when squeezed, but not be overly soft or brown inside.
- Adjust texture to taste. Use a fork for a chunkier result or a potato masher for a smoother, creamier guacamole.
- Season generously. Salt makes the flavors pop—add it a little at a time until it tastes right.
- Serve fresh. Guacamole is best the day it’s made; it will slowly darken over time.
- Use fresh lime juice. It brightens the flavor and helps slow oxidation.
Frequently asked questions
You don’t have to chill it, but cold guacamole is refreshing. If you prefer it chilled, store the ingredients in the refrigerator ahead of time and chill for 30 minutes after mashing.
Limit air exposure by pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface, add extra lime juice, store in an airtight container, or place an avocado pit in the center while storing. These methods can slow browning but won’t prevent it indefinitely.
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Super Easy Guacamole
Priscilla Lawrence
10 mins
10 mins
Equipment
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bowl
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fork
Ingredients
- 3 avocados large, ripe
- 1 lime juiced
- ¼ cup cilantro fresh, finely chopped
- ¾ teaspoon salt more or less to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl. Add the lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt and pepper.
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Gently mash with a fork until you reach your preferred consistency. Taste and adjust lime, salt or pepper as needed. Optional: chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
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Calories: 239.8kcal
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Carbohydrates: 14.7g
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Protein: 3.2g
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Fat: 20.2g
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About Priscilla Lawrence
Hi, I’m Priscilla Lawrence. Welcome to Sprinkled With Balance, where I share approachable, nutrient-rich recipes that are simple and satisfying. I’m a former certified nutritionist, recipe developer, food photographer and mom based in California.