Practical Woman’s Classic Guacamole

Yield

6 servings · Approximately 3 cups

Cook time

0 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 ripe avocados
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 1–2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
• Salt, to taste

Method

1. Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
2. Mash the avocado with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
3. Finely dice the red onion and add it to the mashed avocado.
4. Remove the seeds and excess liquid from the Roma tomatoes. Dice them into small pieces and add to the bowl.
5. Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños for a milder flavor, then chop finely.
6. Add the jalapeños, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.
7. Pour the freshly squeezed lime juice over the mixture.
8. Sprinkle with salt and gently fold everything together until evenly combined, keeping some avocado chunks intact.
9. Taste and adjust the salt or lime juice if needed.
10. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

Kitchen notes

Timing guide:
Cook time: 0 minutes

Practical Woman's Secret
Use ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure. For the best texture, mash them by hand rather than blending. If preparing ahead, press plastic wrap directly against the guacamole's surface and refrigerate to help minimize browning.