Creamy, bright, and ready in just three simple steps, this easy guacamole is the same reliable recipe I’ve used for over a decade — it always disappears fast!
If you love avocado, try more of my favorite avocado recipes: Wild Mushroom Avocado Toast, Creamy Cucumber Avocado Salad, and Avocado Pesto Pasta.
Quick Look: Easy Guacamole
- 🔪 Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 5 minutes
- 🍽 Total Time: 10 minutes
- 👨👩👧👧 Servings: 4
- 🌱 Calories: 67 per serving
- Dietary: Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free
- 😋 Flavor: Creamy, buttery, a little spicy, and bright
- ✅ Difficulty: Very easy — measure, mash, and enjoy
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Table of Contents
- Quick Look: Easy Guacamole
- Why You’ll Love This Easy Guacamole Recipe
- Key Ingredients
- Recipe Variations
- How to Make Easy Guacamole
- How to Prevent Guacamole Turning Brown
- Jenné’s Recipe Tips
- Serving Suggestions
- Storage Directions
- Easy Guacamole Recipe FAQs
- More Easy Avocado Recipes
- Recipe Card
Why You’ll Love This Easy Guacamole Recipe
- Creamy and fresh — Buttery avocado, bright lime, and fresh cilantro make a classic combination.
- A classic — It’s a crowd-pleaser for parties, taco nights, and casual snacks.
- Insanely simple — Just a few common ingredients and three easy steps.
- Versatile — Scoop with chips, top tacos or nachos, spread on sandwiches, or serve with breakfast bowls.
A bowl of freshly mashed guacamole and chips is always welcome. I’ve been making this version for years — it’s quick, reliable, and delicious.
For more dips, try Brilliant Black Bean Dip, Pecan Muhammara, or Sweet Potato Hummus.
Key Ingredients
Avocado: Choose avocados with dark skin that give slightly when pressed. If they’re underripe, let them sit on the counter for a couple of days until tender.
Jalapeño: Use half a pepper, seeded and diced, for a gentle warmth. Leave seeds in for more heat or omit for a mild dip.
Fresh cilantro: Adds a bright, grassy note. Omit if you don’t enjoy cilantro’s flavor.
Lime juice: Freshly squeezed is best — about the juice of two limes (≈2 tbsp). Bottled lime juice works in a pinch.
See the recipe card further down for exact quantities.
Recipe Variations
Guacamole is highly adaptable — try these ideas:
- Mango: Add diced mango for a sweet, tropical twist.
- Tomato: Stir in ½ cup diced tomato or cherry tomatoes for color and sweetness.
- Salsa or pico de gallo: Fold in a few spoonfuls for extra flavor.
- Extra spicy: Use a whole jalapeño, serrano, or habanero for more heat.
- Extra creamy: Blend in a tablespoon of vegan mayo for richness.
How to Make Easy Guacamole
- Mash the avocados. Place the avocados in a mortar or large bowl and mash slightly with a pestle or fork.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Stir in red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and sea salt. Hold the cilantro if you prefer to add it last.
- Mash to texture. Gently work the mixture with a pestle or fork until it reaches your preferred consistency — chunky or smoother.
- Fold in cilantro. Stir in the cilantro until evenly distributed.
- Season to taste. Adjust salt, lime juice, or jalapeño as needed, then serve.
How to Prevent Guacamole Turning Brown
If you need to make guacamole ahead, press a sheet of plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate. Remove the plastic wrap just before serving. Adding a little extra lime juice on top helps too.
Jenné’s Recipe Tips
- Cube avocados first. Small chunks mash more evenly and quickly.
- No mortar and pestle? A bowl and fork work fine — you’ll still get great flavor.
- Don’t over-mash. Leave a few chunks for texture; guacamole is best with some body.
- Season just before serving. Taste and adjust lime, salt, and heat to suit your preference.
- Serve fresh. Guacamole shines within an hour or two of making it for the best flavor and color.
Serving Suggestions
Use this guacamole as a dip with tortilla chips or veggies, spread it on wraps and sandwiches, or top any of these dishes:
- Sweet Potato Burrito
- Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
- Crispy Tofu Tacos
- Vegan Empanadas
- Vegan Fish Tacos
- Sweet Potato Enchiladas
- Mushroom Carnitas Tacos
Storage Directions
Guacamole is best fresh, but leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to minimize browning.
Easy Guacamole Recipe FAQs
Watery guacamole usually comes from add-ins that release liquid, like tomatoes or salsa. Drain or seed them before adding, and mash the avocado shortly before serving to keep it creamy.
Browning happens when avocado is exposed to air. Lime juice slows oxidation, and pressing plastic wrap onto the surface while refrigerated prevents air contact.
You can prepare guacamole a few hours in advance if you cover the surface tightly with plastic wrap. Refresh it with a quick stir and a squeeze of lime before serving.
It’s as mild or as spicy as you make it. Half a seeded jalapeño gives gentle warmth; keep the seeds for more heat or omit the pepper entirely for a mild version.
Yes. This recipe uses whole plant-based ingredients and is naturally vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and soy-free.
More Easy Avocado Recipes
Vegan Sauces & Condiments
Avocado Dressing
Breakfast
Energizing Avocado Smoothie
Snacks & Dips
Avocado Pineapple Popsicles
Salads & Bowls
Mango Avocado Salad
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Easy Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, cubed (about 2 cups)
- ¼ red onion, diced (about ¼ cup)
- ½ jalapeño, seeded and diced (optional)
- Juice of 2 limes, about 2 tbsp
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ⅓ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, chopped finely
Instructions
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Place the avocados in a mortar or large bowl and mash slightly with a pestle or fork.
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Add the red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and sea salt, then mash until the guacamole reaches your desired texture.
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Add the cilantro and stir well.
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Season to taste with more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño before serving.
Notes
Make it your own: Stir in diced mango, tomatoes, or a few spoonfuls of salsa. Increase heat with more jalapeño, serrano, or habanero. For extra creaminess, add a tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise.
Tips for best results:
- Cube avocados first for easier, more even mashing.
- No mortar and pestle? Use a bowl and fork — still delicious.
- Don’t over-mash; keep a few chunks for texture.
- Season right before serving and adjust to taste.
Nutrition
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Calories: 67 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 7 g
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Protein: 1 g
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Fat: 7 g
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Sodium: 288 mg
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