Guacamole

If you find you have too many avocados, go guacamole! This is an expedited version of the traditional recipe. Normally, I would add Jalapeno but I didn't have those on hand and needed a quick and satisfying appetizer for guests. If you find yourself in a pinch, give this one a try.

Time saving tip: Jalapenos are delicious in guacamole, but, this recipe uses dried cayenne pepper instead. It saves prep time and still brings the heat.

Ingredients

For the Dressing

2 tbsp lime juice (or more if needed)
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/8 tsp Cayenne pepper (or to taste)

2 ripe avocadoes, cored and scooped out of their shells
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, diced

Sea Salt to taste (start with a pinch, stir, taste and adjust from there)

Preparation

Add Red Onion and Herbs to the bowl

Pro tip: If guacamole is on rotation at your house, invest in a Molcajete! I've been using mine for over 15 years and it is the perfect size and grit for making and serving guacamole.
If you don't have a Molcajete, a mortar and pestle will work if it is big enough. You can also use a mixing bowl with the back of a fork to mash the ingredients together.

Add Avocado to bowl

Cut each avocado in half lengthwise
Remove the core
Scoop out the avocado with a spoon
Add directly to the mixing bowl

Add Remaining Ingredients

Sprinkle Cayenne pepper over avocado
Pour in the extra-virgin olive oil
Add the lime juice
Add a pinch of Sea Salt

Mash the Ingredients together

Combine all ingredients with a mashing motion until dip blends together but still retains some chunkiness
When well combined, taste and adjust seasoning
Add more lime juice if the consistency is too thick

Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips!

Let Guacamole sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, if you have the time, before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Corner

Avocados are nutrient dense with healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Avocados are a good source of Vitamins K, C, E and B6, potassium and magnesium. Avocados also contain the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.

Eating avocados as part of a healthy, balanced diet, can help lower LDL cholesterol, regulate blood sugar levels and promote eye health.

Freshly squeezed lime juice is packed with vitamin C. Red onions, cayenne pepper and cilantro enhance the nutrition content and boost the antioxidant potential of this guacamole.

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