Easy 5 Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

This easy 5 ingredient guacamole recipe is creamy, flavorful, and super easy to make. It’s the perfect appetizer for any occasion and tastes exceptional with salty tortilla chips!

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• Why you’ll love this recipe
• Recipe Ingredients for Guac
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Kitchen Equipment
• Storage and Leftovers
• Expert Tips
• Alternative Ingredients
• Frequently Asked Questions
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I've made many guac recipes over the years, but this one is my favourite because it's made with five ingredients! I've tested this recipe many times to perfect it, and it has a great balance of heat that complements the fresh guac amazingly!

I often make this during the summer because it's cold and fresh and perfect for snacking in the heat, but it's also one of my go-to game day snacks to share with friends, and they love it!

You should try this pineapple mango habanero salsa or spicy black bean dip if you’re looking for more fresh and spicy party dips. 

I also have a ton of other cold dips you may like including this fresh and creamy cucumber dip, 4 ingredient boat dip, easy green onion dip, redneck caviar, and creamy imitation crab dip!

Love warm dips too? Then try this baked buffalo chicken dip, warm spinach dip, baked jalapeno corn dip, loaded baked potato dip, and cheese dip for nachos recipe!

Why you’ll love this recipe

• PERFECT FOR SHARING: Gather your friends and snack on this tasty, easy guacamole! Whether it’s a dinner party, cookout, or a big game day like the Super Bowl, this creamy guac recipe never disappoints!
• EASY: It's quick and easy, made with just 5 ingredients, and takes no more than 5 minutes to make!
• VERSATILE: This guac is just as tasty, whether dipping into it with tortilla chips and veggies or topping your tacos. 

Recipe Ingredients for Guac

• AVOCADO: Fresh and ripe avocados are mashed for the base of this guac. 
• LIME JUICE: The juice of fresh limes is mixed into the guacamole for a refreshing citrus flavor and some acidity that helps cut through the richness of the avocado. 
• JALAPENO PEPPER: Diced jalapenos are included to make the guac spicy and flavorful but if you don't like spice, feel free to omit the jalapenos!
• RED ONION: Chopped red onion makes it with flavor, cut through the thickness of the guac, and its color complements the green color of the guac beautifully!
• CILANTRO: Cilantro in the guac adds a delicious aroma and flavor.

See the recipe card below for the ingredient measurements. 

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mash: Slice the avocado lengthwise, remove the pits, and scoop out the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl. Mash it with a fork and sprinkle it with a pinch of salt. 
2. Combine and Mix: Add the remaining ingredients and mix until combined. 

Kitchen Equipment

• MIXING BOWL: For making the guac. 
• SERVING DISH: For serving the guac. 
• KNIFE: For chopping the jalapeno, onion, and cilantro. 
• CITRUS JUICER: For juicing the limes (alternatively, you can squeeze the juice from the limes with your hands). 
• MEASURING SPOONS AND CUPS: For measuring the ingredients. 

Storage and Leftovers

If you have leftovers, you can store it covered tightly with plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 2 days. However, guacamole is best served the day it’s made to avoid browning of the avocado. If you plan to store it for a couple of days, add an avocado pit and a lime wedge to keep it from browning. 

Expert Tips

• Do leftovers the right way. If you plan on keeping your leftover guac, make sure you add an avocado pit or lime wedge to the bowl to keep the guac from browning. Even though you may have leftovers, it'll taste the best the same day it's made. 
• Ditch the spice. The jalapenos bring the spice but feel free to remove the seeds from the jalapeno or omit the jalapeno entirely if you prefer no spice.
• Buy your avocados ahead of time. You need to make guac with ripe avocados, and it usually takes a few days for them to get soft after you buy them, so make sure to buy them well in advance!

Alternative Ingredients

• Tomatoes: Add some diced tomatoes for juicy freshness and acidity that will cut through the richness of the avocado in the guac. 
• Garlic: Mix in some minced fresh garlic for a punch of flavor that’ll complement the other ingredients in the guacamole. 
• Cumin: Some ground cumin will add a warm and delicious flavor and aroma to the guac. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How to keep guac from turning brown?

Add the pit of an avocado or a lime wedge to the guacamole and tightly wrap the leftovers or transfer it to an airtight container. 

How long does guac last in the fridge?

It will last up to two days at max before losing its freshness. Guacamole is best eaten the same day it's made.

Can you eat brown guacamole?

You can eat brown guac so long as it’s eaten no more than a couple of days after being refrigerated. 

Can you freeze guacamole?

You can freeze guac, however the texture will not be the same as fresh guac. It will likely be runny and potentially grainy. 

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