If you’re craving real Mexican flavor, this fresh classic guacamole recipe delivers it without unnecessary fuss. Here’s everything you need to make it right at home.
Classic Guacamole is a simple, fresh dip made from ripe mashed avocados, lime juice, cilantro, onion, and jalapeño. Ready in 10 minutes and always a crowd favorite.
Ready in about 10 minutes from start to finish, this beginner-friendly recipe makes 6 servings and comes together with 8 everyday ingredients. It’s the kind of Mexican dish worth putting into regular rotation.
Why this recipe works:
- Ripe avocados mashed just enough to stay chunky give better texture than an overprocessed, smooth dip.
- Fresh lime, cilantro, and jalapeño keep the flavor bright instead of flat or one-dimensional.
- No cooking, just mashing and mixing — an easy win for a beginner, ready in about 10 minutes.
- Makes 6 servings, plenty for a party platter or game-day spread.
✅ Quick Tip: To keep guacamole from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before refrigerating, and store the avocado pit in the bowl. Since there’s no cooking to mask imperfections, use the best quality, freshest ingredients you can find here.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with tortilla chips, or as a topping for tacos, burritos, and grilled meats.
Fresh Classic Guacamole
Ingredients:
Instructions
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Before you start, gather and prep all 8 ingredients listed above - wash, chop, measure, and have everything within reach.
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Halve and pit the avocados.
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Scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
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Mash the avocado to your preferred consistency, chunky or smooth.
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Add red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and salt.
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Fold gently to combine.
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Fold in the diced tomato last, being careful not to overmix.
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Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, acid, or spice as needed before serving.
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Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
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Garnish as desired and serve promptly for the best texture and flavor from your Fresh Classic Guacamole.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 160kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13g20%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Sodium 180mg8%
- Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
- Dietary Fiber 6g24%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
To keep guacamole from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before refrigerating, and store the avocado pit in the bowl. Since there's no cooking to mask imperfections, use the best quality, freshest ingredients you can find here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I keep guacamole from turning brown?
Press plastic wrap directly against the surface to limit air exposure, and add extra lime juice, which helps slow oxidation.
Can I make guacamole ahead of time?
It's best made fresh, but it can be made a few hours ahead if stored properly with plastic wrap directly on the surface.
How do I pick a ripe avocado?
A ripe avocado yields slightly to gentle pressure and the stem should pop off easily to reveal green (not brown) flesh underneath.
