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Easy Guacamole (without Tomatoes)

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This simple guacamole recipe is easy to put together with fresh ingredients. And let me tell you, this version is the real deal.

It is perfect for an anytime snack or addition to your favorite wrap, sandwich, or tacos.

fresh guacamole in a large glass bowl.

The best homemade guacamole recipe

Growing up in Southern California, I have a deep love for a really good authentic guacamole recipe. And this is it!

I don’t know about you, but I prefer mine without tomatoes. And often time recipes will call for pico in the guac. Honestly, I’m not a fan.

So this version skips that.

This recipe has a kick of spice from fresh jalapenos. And gets a mix of flavor from real lime juice and fresh cilantro. Yum!

It’s also great for paleo, vegan, and gluten-free diets.

scooping avocado with a black spoon.

How to tell if an avocado is ripe

Of course fresh avocados are a must when making a good guacamole. 

When selecting avocados, you can test their ripeness by color (sometimes) and by how they feel.

The majority of the time, a ripe avocado should be dark skinned. Sometimes they can be lighter depending on the variety. 

But they will be lightly soft, but not mushy. 

Living in the middle of nowhere on a cattle ranch, fresh organic avocados can be hard to find. I source mine from Azure Standard. When out of season, I also like to find at Misfits Market.

Ingredients

  • ripe avocados
  • red onion
  • fresh squeezed juice from half of a lime 
  • fresh cilantro
  • jalapeño or serrano pepper
  • garlic powder
  • salt
ingredients for the fresh guacamole chopped and in small glass bowls.

Instructions

  • Finely the chop the red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mash the avocados with a fork. A mortar and pestle also works great for this!
  • Squeeze the fresh lime juice over top.
  • Add the chopped red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic powder, and the salt with the avocado and lime juice. Combine well.
  • Serve with your favorite tortilla chips.
removing the avocado from the skin.
squeezing lime juice over fresh avocado in a large bowl.
remaining ingredients layered over the avocado in the bowl.

How to store fresh guacamole 

Store in an airtight container inside of the fridge for 3-4 days. 

To prevent the browning on top of the guacamole, add a thin layer of fresh lime juice to the top and layer plastic wrap directly over the guacamole (so its sitting directly on top of the guac).


Serving Suggestions

  • for wraps or fresh sandwiches
  • with breakfast burritos
  • piled on nachos
  • with a fresh Tex Mex or southwestern style salad
  • on top of a juicy burger
  • for burrito bowls
  • for dipping taquitos or quesadillas
  • and on homemade street tacos!

Something about a platter filled with tortilla chips surrounded by a big bowl of fresh guacamole just says “summer time” to me. So many yummy possibilities! What’s your favorite?

Homemade Guacamole

glass bowl of homemade guacamole without tomatoes
You may think you need tomatoes for the best guacamole, but this traditional recipe might change your mind. It’s simple to whip up and will become your new summer time favorite!
Mary Woita
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 6

Ingredients

  • 2 large ripe avocados
  • ¼ cup red onion
  • 2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lime juice
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • jalapeño
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Finely the chop the red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mash the avocados. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over top.
  • Add the chopped red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic powder, and the salt with the avocado and lime juice. Combine well.
  • Serve with your favorite tortilla chips.

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