Best 9 Spring Green Guacamole Recipes

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Spring has sprung, and with it comes a bounty of fresh, vibrant greens. From tender asparagus and peppery arugula to sweet peas and zesty watercress, there's no shortage of delicious ways to celebrate the season. One of our favorite ways to enjoy spring's bounty is in the form of a refreshing and flavorful guacamole. This classic Mexican dish gets a spring makeover with the addition of bright green ingredients, resulting in a dip that's both delicious and visually appealing. Whether you're hosting a Cinco de Mayo party or simply looking for a healthy and tasty snack, this spring green guacamole is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SPRING PEA GUACAMOLE WITH CUCUMBER CRUDITES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt
10 ounces frozen peas
2 large ripe Haas avocados, halved, seeded, and peeled
Zest and juice of 1 lime, plus more to taste
½ cup packed fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
1 scallion, green parts only, chopped
1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 seedless cucumbers, peeled and cut into thin slices at an angle, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the peas and cook for 1 minute. Drain and immediately rinse under cold water until room temperature. Drain well, then transfer to a food processor. Pulse until almost smooth. Add the avocado, lime zest and juice, and cilantro. Pulse until almost smooth. Add the scallion and jalapeno and pulse until well incorporated. Season to taste with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with cilantro. Serve with the cucumber slices.

COPYCAT GUACAMOLE GREENS



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This salad is inspired by a popular menu item at a healthy restaurant chain. We love it -- but we also love saving money. So set aside some time during your week to make this vinaigrette, which makes enough for about five salads. And if you're super ambitious, go ahead and prep enough ingredients for a week's worth of lunches.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 1 serving, plus extra vinaigrette

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro (lightly packed)
2 tablespoons lime juice (from about 2 limes)
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch sugar
1/2 small jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup grapeseed oil
1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
4 cups mixed greens
1/3 cup shredded skinless cooked chicken breast (rotisserie or leftover)
1/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small avocado
1/2 lime
6 corn tortilla chips, crushed

Steps:

  • For the cilantro-jalapeno vinaigrette: Whisk together the cilantro, lime juice, vinegar, cumin, sugar, jalapeno, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds pepper in a small bowl. Slowly drizzle in the oil, whisking, until the vinaigrette comes together and is well blended. (The vinaigrette makes enough for about 5 salads; refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.)
  • For the salad: Soak the onion in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes, then drain.
  • Add the drained onion to a large bowl with the mixed greens, chicken, tomatoes and 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette. Toss together and season with salt and pepper. Cut the avocado into small pieces. Top the salad with the avocado and a squeeze of lime and sprinkle with the tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 3.5 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 240 milligrams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 4 grams

GREEN CREAMY GUACAMOLE



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Join ripe avocados with cream cheese, tomatoes and more to create Green Creamy Guacamole! Our creamy guacamole perfectly balances lime and garlic flavors.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 cups or 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 fully ripe avocados
1/4 cup PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1/4 cup finely chopped tomatoes
2 Tbsp. finely chopped onions
2 Tbsp. lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
dash black pepper

Steps:

  • Mash avocados in medium bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

FRESH GUACAMOLE



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This guacamole is fresh, green, and a little zesty.

Provided by jamjar caterers

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Guacamole Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
1 roma (plum) tomato, diced
½ red onion, diced
1 serrano chile pepper, seeded and minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 drops hot sauce
6 cilantro leaves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Combine the avocado, tomato, onion, serrano chile, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and cilantro leaves in a bowl and mix. Pour lime juice over the top of the guacamole. Serve immediately. To store for later use, place avocado pit in the bowl with the guacamole and then cover with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap down to the surface of the guacamole and store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 554.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

SPRING GREEN GUACAMOLE



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Do you love guacamole, but hate the calories and fat? Try this vibrant version with yummy peas. We eat a lot of this and we never feel one bit guilty.-Carey Waterworth, Silvana, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 cup cubed avocado
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon canned chopped green chilies, drained
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cook peas according to package directions; drain and place in a food processor. Add the sour cream, lime juice, avocado, onions, cilantro, chilies, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and process until blended. , Transfer to a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JULIA'S NEW MEXICAN GUACAMOLE



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This dip recipe was passed from my mother to me when I was young and I'd like to share it with anyone who enjoys fresh, spicy, chunky guacamole. Enjoy!

Provided by juliagulia210

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Guacamole Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ripe avocados
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (such as Philadelphia®), softened
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
4 serrano peppers, finely chopped
3 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped Hatch green chile peppers
3 hot yellow chile peppers, finely chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon garlic powder, or more to taste
5 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®)
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Pit and spoon avocados into a small bowl and add cream cheese. Mash together until well blended.
  • Add tomatoes and peppers to the mixture and mix well. Mix in lime juice, garlic powder, hot sauce, and salt. Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 123 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

GREEN GUACAMOLE



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Make and share this Green Guacamole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amber 505

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large avocados
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small tomatoes, chopped
1 lime, juiced
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Combine avocado, cilantro, garlic, salt and pepper and mash all together (I like to do this on a cutting board with a potato masher).
  • Add tomato and lime juice, stir in gently.
  • Refrigerate 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 10.6, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 2.9

SPRING GREEN GUACAMOLE



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A lighter version of guacamole. Taken from Light & Tasty magazine. Cooking time is refrigeration time.

Provided by jonesies

Categories     Spring

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 ounces peas, frozen
1 cup avocado (peeled and cubed)
1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
4 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 tablespoon green chili (canned, drained and chopped)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook peas according to package directions; drain and place in a food processor.
  • Add the avocado, sour cream, onions, cilantro, lime juice, chilies, garlic, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth.
  • Transfer to a bowl; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.
  • Serve with baked tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.8, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 69.9, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.5

SPRING GREENS CARBONARA



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Enjoy a twist on a carbonara with plenty of spring vegetables. Sweet peas and asparagus balance the saltiness of the pancetta and richness of the egg yolks

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2½ tbsp olive oil
200g pancetta cubes or slices, or use guanciale or bacon lardons
small bunch of parsley, roughly chopped
2 small bunches of basil, leaves picked
4 large mint sprigs, leaves picked and roughly chopped
4 egg yolks
50g parmesan, grated, plus extra to serve
350g spaghetti
125g asparagus, woody ends removed, cut into 3-4cm pieces
125g long-stemmed broccoli, trimmed and cut into 5cm pieces
125g fresh or frozen peas (shelled if fresh)
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the kettle. Heat ½ tbsp oil in a large, deep frying pan or saucepan over a low-medium heat and sizzle the pancetta until crisp, about 5 mins. Once crisp, reduce the heat to as low as it will go to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, put the parsley, basil, mint and remaining oil in a small food processor and blitz until finely chopped. Or, finely chop the herbs using a sharp knife and omit the oil. Whisk the egg yolks and parmesan together in a separate bowl.
  • Fill a large saucepan with boiling water from the kettle, season well with salt and bring to the boil on the hob, then cook the spaghetti for 10 mins until al dente. Add the asparagus and broccoli for the final 3 mins of cooking time, and the peas for the final 30 seconds.
  • Lift the spaghetti into the pan with the pancetta using tongs, allowing a little water to be added with each addition of pasta. Drain the boiled veg but reserve a mug of the cooking water, then add the veg to the pan with the spaghetti and pancetta. Keep the heat set as low as possible and ensure there is a small puddle of the pasta cooking water in the bottom of the pan. This will prevent anything catching and help loosen the sauce.
  • Scrape all of the herb mixture and the egg and cheese over the warm spaghetti mixture and use tongs to toss everything together, ensuring each strand of spaghetti is well-coated. Continue tossing the pasta through the sauce for a few minutes, turning the heat up slightly if needed until the sauce thickens and clings to the spaghetti. Add splashes of the reserved pasta cooking water if the sauce becomes too thick - the spaghetti should be glossy and shiny when ready.
  • Divide between bowls and top with extra parmesan, a grinding of black pepper and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 71 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 32 grams protein, Sodium 2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose ripe avocados: Ripe avocados are essential for a smooth and creamy guacamole. Look for avocados that are deep green or black in color, with a slight give when you press them gently.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your guacamole the best flavor. Use fresh lime juice, cilantro, and onions. If you can, use ripe tomatoes as well.
  • Don't over-mash the avocados: Over-mashing the avocados will make your guacamole mushy. Use a fork or potato masher to gently mash the avocados until they are just combined.
  • Season to taste: Season your guacamole to taste with salt, pepper, and lime juice. You can also add other spices, such as chili powder or cumin, to taste.
  • Serve immediately: Guacamole is best served immediately after it is made. However, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can easily make a delicious and refreshing spring green guacamole that will be the perfect addition to your next party or potluck. Guacamole is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, dip, or even a main course. It is also a healthy and nutritious snack that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe that is both delicious and healthy, give spring green guacamole a try.

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