Name: Authentic Mexican Guacamole
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tomatillo (cut into fours); 1/2 jalapeno (stem removed); 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 clove garlic; 1/2 tsp salt

Authentic Mexican Guacamole – Homemade guacamole made with fresh avocados, tomatillos, jalapeno, cilantro and lime juice. Serve with chips for the perfect appetizer.

This is my go-to guacamole recipe! I have been using for years and it never seems to disappoint. If you are looking for a quick and easy healthy snack, this is it! It’s not only super tasty, but you can whip it up in just a few minutes.

Serve guacamole with chips and salsa for a delicious appetizer. You can also serve on top of your favorite tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and more. This is going to be your new favorite easy homemade guacamole recipe! I am so excited to share it with you.

This recipe serves around four people, so if you are cooking for a crowd simply double the recipe. To store homemade guacamole, place guacamole in an airtight container in the fridge with avocado pit and lime wedges for up to a day. This will help delay guacamole from browning.

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Ingredients you need to make guacamole:

Avocados – You’ll need two large ripe avocados.
Lime Juice – The juice from about half of a lime or equivalent to one tablespoon.
Jalapeno – If you don’t like too much heat, remove the seeds.
Tomatillo – You can substitute for a Roma tomato if you don’t have a tomatillo on hand.
Cilantro – You’ll need about a tablespoon of chopped cilantro.
Garlic – Fresh garlic is best in this recipe. If you don’t have fresh, substitute 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
Salt – You can use sea salt or whatever salt you have on hand.

How to make Authentic Mexican Guacamole:

To make guacamole, begin by adding all of the ingredients, except for the avocado, to a blender/food processor and blend until smooth.

Carefully cut each avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the avocado and place in a bowl along with the blended salsa. Using a fork, smash the avocado and mix to combine.

Serve with chips and with your favorite main courses! Enjoy!

Main courses that pair perfectly with guacamole:

Baked Chicken Taquitos – Crispy homemade chicken taquitos are the perfect main course or appetizer.
Baked Chicken Flautas – Shredded chicken rolled in flour tortillas baked to crispy perfection. These flautas make for a perfect appetizer, party food, lunch or dinner!
Carne Asada Street Tacos – Delicious marinated carne asada served on grilled corn tortillas with cilantro, onion, sliced radishes and avocado salsa verde.
Slow Cooked Al Pastor Tacos – Mexican style al pastor pork slow cooked in the oven. Serve on hot tortillas with fresh pineapple salsa.

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are a few more Salsa/Dip recipes I think you’ll love:

Spicy Pineapple Avocado Salsa – Fresh chunks of pineapple, avocado, tomatoes, peppers and cilantro with a touch of fresh lime juice, salt and pepper.
Avocado Salsa Verde – Fresh and authentic Mexican style avocado salsa verde. The perfect salsa to top your tacos, burritos, chips and more!
Instant Pot Mexican Refried Beans -The easiest, most delicious authentic style Mexican refried beans made in an instant pot (pressure cooker)!