Guacamole Dip - Master Cookbook Recipe # 38

Name: Guacamole Dip - Master Cookbook Recipe # 38
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 cups
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 3 ripe avocados; 1/2 lemon or lime, freshly squeezed; 3 Tbsp onion, minced; 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 small tomato, chopped; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

This fresh, vibrant guacamole is a Southern-style favorite that highlights the natural creaminess of ripe avocados. With a splash of citrus and the perfect crunch from fresh onions and tomatoes, it's the ideal dip for chips or a topping for your favorite tacos.

This is recipe #38 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 10 minTotal time: 10 min

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Ingredients

3 ripe avocados
1/2 lemon or lime, freshly squeezed
3 Tbsp onion, minced
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 small tomato, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Prep Avocados: Carefully peel and remove the pits from the three avocados. Place the flesh in a medium mixing bowl.
Mash: Using a fork, mash the avocados until they reach your desired consistency (some like it smooth, while others prefer it a bit chunky).
Season: Add the freshly squeezed lemon (or lime) juice immediately to the mashed avocado to help prevent browning.
Combine: Fold in the minced onion, chopped cilantro, and diced tomato.
Finish: Season with salt and pepper. Stir gently to ensure everything is evenly distributed without over-mashing the tomatoes.
Serve: Enjoy immediately with a bowl of crispy tortilla chips!

Notes

Keep it Green: If you aren't serving it right away, place the avocado pit in the center of the dip and cover the surface tightly with plastic wrap (pressing the wrap directly onto the guacamole) before refrigerating to keep it from turning brown.
Perfect Ripeness: An avocado is ready when it yields to gentle pressure in the palm of your hand. If it's rock hard, it's not ready; if it feels mushy, it might be overripe.
Custom Heat: If you like a little kick, feel free to add a finely diced jalapeno (seeds removed) to the mix!