Guacamole is simply a must-have for me with every Mexican and Tex-Mex dish – creamy, fresh, and bursting with flavor, it instantly brings that certain "vacation feeling" to the plate. I love how quick it is to make, yet it packs so much flavor: ripe avocado, a squeeze of lime, a little garlic, red onion, and fresh herbs are all you need to perfectly round out this classic. Whether as a dip for crispy tortilla chips, a topping for bowls, or a side dish for tacos – guacamole makes every dish just a little bit more special. This recipe is my very simple, everyday version that still tastes fresh and intense.
Guacamole – authentically Mexican?
My sister's fiancé knows guacamole from his Mexican family's cooking, and it has a different consistency than it's known for here. In Mexico, the avocado is traditionally only roughly crushed in a mortar (molcajete), leaving clearly recognizable chunks, rather than being processed into a completely creamy paste. A rustic preparation with fresh lime juice, onion, chili, cilantro, and salt is typical, deliberately highlighting the avocado's texture. While there are regional and family variations in Mexico, guacamole is generally considered a chunkier, freshly crushed salsa. The very creamy, smooth version, on the other hand, is more of a modern interpretation, primarily popular in the USA and Europe, often achieved using a blender or immersion blender.
Inspiration for this Guacamole Recipe
My guacamole recipe is inspired by this Guacamole from Mexico recipe from the Latin Magblog. They also suggest a few other variations in their recipe that you're welcome to try. For example, you can stir in small pieces of tomato or yogurt. Or, if you like it a bit spicier, you can finely chop a chili pepper and mix it in.
What's your favorite way to prepare it? Do you puree the avocado completely or do you prefer to leave it chunky (authentically Mexican)? Let me know in the comments!
Discover More Mexican or Tex-Mex Recipes
I've already shared a few Mexican and Tex-Mex-inspired recipes with you because it's one of my favorite cuisines! You can find a collection of all these recipes here.
Avocado and the Menstrual Cycle
Avocados are often mentioned in connection with the follicular phase because they are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E, folic acid and potassium – nutrients that can support hormonal balance and overall cell health during the cycle.
During the luteal phase, avocados are often valued for their magnesium and healthy fat content, as these can support the nervous system and potentially reduce PMS symptoms. Even during menstruation, the nutrients they contain and the feeling of fullness from healthy fats can be helpful as part of a balanced diet, for example, to stabilize energy levels.
Fresh & Aromatic Guacamole
This creamy guacamole is made with ripe avocado, red onion, garlic, and lemon or lime juice, and refined with fresh herbs like cilantro. This Mexican classic is ready in minutes and is ideal as a dip or as a side dish to numerous Tex-Mex meals. Avocados provide valuable unsaturated fatty acids and can support a balanced diet, especially during the follicular phase and around menstruation.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
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Place the avocado "flesh" in a bowl and mash it with a fork.
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Finely dice the red onion and add it.
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Use a garlic press to add the garlic.
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Now refine the guacamole with lemon or lime juice, salt, pepper, and herbs. You can also add chili flakes if you like.
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Finally, season with salt and lemon juice to taste, then you can serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Information
servings 3
- Amount per Serving
- Calories 161.33kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.73g25%
- Potassium 542.75mg16%
- Total Carbohydrate 1g1%
- Dietary Fiber 4.47g18%
- Sugars 0.47g
- Protein 1.47g3%
** The daily percentages are based on a 2000 kcal diet. Your daily figures might be higher or lower according to your caloric need.
Remark
Tip: It's important that your avocado is perfectly ripe to make guacamole. If it still seems too firm, let it ripen further at room temperature. Ripe avocados are best stored in a water bath in the refrigerator, as this will slow down their ripening process considerably.