Best 2 5 Minute Guacamole Recipes

Guacamole, a staple of Mexican cuisine, is a delicious and versatile dip or spread made from fresh avocados. Its vibrant green color and creamy texture, coupled with its zesty and savory flavor, have made it a popular choice for parties, gatherings, and everyday meals. Whether you prefer a classic guacamole recipe or one with a unique twist, the key to creating the perfect 5-minute guacamole lies in selecting ripe avocados, mastering the art of mashing, and balancing the flavors of the other ingredients. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to create a smooth, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing guacamole in just five minutes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

5-MINUTE GUACAMOLE

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Shared by Sarah Berger of Minneapolis, Minnesota, this smooth avocado mix features fresh salsa for a zesty dip that's excellent on chips.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon salsa
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a food processor, combine all the ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GUACAMOLE

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Providing a framework to build on as you wish, this pared-down guacamole lets the avocado shine. If you want more lime, add more lime. Seed the jalapeño, if you prefer its fruity heat without the spice, or leave the seeds in, if you enjoy living life on the edge. Letting the diced onion sit in lime juice for a couple of minutes will help temper its pungent bite before imbuing the dish with its oniony savoriness. Chopped cilantro and diced tomatoes are welcome additions to this Mexican staple, if you'd like. It's your guacamole. Serve with tortilla chips, or as a condiment alongside your meal, and double or triple this recipe for a party.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories easy, quick, snack, condiments, dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups (4 appetizer servings)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped white onion (from 1 small onion)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
Salt and black pepper
1 jalapeño
2 ripe avocados

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the onion and lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Let that sit as you chop the jalapeño.
Cut the hard stem end off of the jalapeño and discard, then slice the chile in half lengthwise. If you don't want the spice, use your knife or a spoon to remove the inner seeds and white membrane (this is where most of the chile's heat resides). If you enjoy the heat, then leave all of that in. Chop the jalapeño as finely as you can and add to the bowl with the onion and lime juice. Be sure to wash your hands very well with soap after handling spicy chiles like jalapeños, and whatever you do, do not touch your eyes after handling them.
Cut the avocados in half lengthwise and pull the halves apart. You can use your knife to pit the avocados, but a safer way is to hold the avocado half in one hand so that your thumb is touching the skin side where the pit is and your index and middle fingers are touching the flesh side around the pit. Gently press your fingers into each other to pop the pit out; with a ripe avocado, it should come out very easily. Use your hands to squeeze the avocado flesh out into the bowl with the other ingredients, or scoop it out with a spoon.
Using a fork, gently mash the avocados against the side of the bowl until they are mashed to your desired consistency, then stir them into the other ingredients until well combined. Taste and add more salt if desired.
Contrary to popular belief, adding avocado pits to guacamole does nothing to prevent oxidation, but if you press a good layer of plastic wrap or parchment paper directly over the guacamole and store it in the refrigerator, it will keep well for up to 2 days.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use ripe avocados.
If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the avocados with a fork.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
For a spicier guacamole, add some chopped jalapeño peppers.
For a creamier guacamole, add some sour cream or Greek yogurt.
Serve guacamole with tortilla chips, vegetables, or pita bread.

Conclusion:

Guacamole is a delicious and versatile dip that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious guacamole that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this 5-minute guacamole recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!