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    Home » Recipes » Dips, Sauces & Spreads

    Four Ingredient Easy Guacamole

    Published: Jun 13, 2020 · Modified: Jun 25, 2020 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    Want to make guacamole in a pinch? This easy guacamole recipe cuts down on all that chopping. It’s so quick and simple to whip up, with only 4 ingredients required. But it tastes so amazing, no one would EVER guess you took a shortcut.

    white bowl of guacamole with tortilla chips around the bowl

    This recipe was originally published in July 2018. It has been updated for content and photos.

    On the off chance you’ve never tried or heard of guacamole before, it’s a Mexican dip made with avocados that is absolutely drool worthy!

    It’s rich and creamy, but a little chunky, and incredible for pairing with all your Mexican favourites like tacos, burritos, nachos and more!

    I know you’re going to LOVE this guacamole recipe, even if you already have a favourite recipe!

    I know it’s a bold statement, but once you try my shortcut, you’ll never go back to all that chopping and prepping again.

    chip dipping into bowl of guacamole

    Why this is the best guac you’ll ever make

    1. It literally takes less than 5 minutes! My shortcut may not make this the most authentic guacamole ever, but it’s fast, delicious and absolutely perfect.
    2. It’s creamy and chunky at the same time, and incredibly mouth watering.
    3. No need to dirty too many dishes. All you need is a bowl, a knife a large fork and your hands!
    4. Everyone loves guacamole. It’s great for parties, great for Mexican night, great for any night! You feel me?
    5. Some added bonuses: it’s naturally vegan, gluten free, oil free, nut free, soy free, and corn free. Perfect for all kinds of eaters.

    How to make this EASY guacamole

    (This is a summary with step by step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)

    Start by gathering your guacamole ingredients.

    The secret ingredient here which will save you tons of time on prep work is SALSA.

    CHUNKY salsa works best to mimic chopped tomato, jalapeno and onion typically in guacamole.

    Choose mild, medium or hot, depending on your heat level preference in your guacamole. (I like medium.)

    avocados, lime, salsa, and seasoning in bowls

    Slice your avocados in half, remove the pits and scoop the flesh out using a spoon. (photo 1)

    NOTE: Use VERY ripe avocados for best texture and flavour.

    Using a large fork or potato masher, mash your avocado into a chunky texture, you don’t want it perfectly smooth so don’t over mash. (photos 2-3)

    scooping avocado out from their skins and mashing them

    Now add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix to combine. Taste for salt and add more if needed. (photos 4-5)

    That’s it!

    Guacamole is done!

    mashed avocado in bowl

    Serve your guacamole with chips or any of your favourite Mexican dishes.

    This recipe is easily doubled to feed a large crowd, or if you want a lot of leftovers.

    bowl of guacamole in platter with chips around it

    Other Dishes to use guacamole with

    • Dollop some on top of these Mexican zucchini boats.
    • Spread it over my vegan chicken burgers.
    • Dunk tortilla chips, black bean chips, or crackers in your guac.
    • Put some on your loaded sweet potatoes or any, and all kinds of potatoes!

    How long does it keep?

    The lime juice helps prevent your guacamole from browning, but eventually will brown so try and use it within 2-3 days, and make sure to refrigerate.

    I’ve heard that keeping a pit or two inside your bowl of guacamole can also help prevent browning. I haven’t actually tried this, but I do have my doubts about that. If you try that and it works, please let me know!

    The best “hack” to keep your guacamole green for a couple of days is to directly cover it in plastic wrap so that the wrap is actually touching your guac.

    This may not work for you if you’re trying to reduce your plastic consumption, so an air tight container is fine as well, but won’t stay green quite as long.

    Expert Tips to make the best guacamole every time

    1. Use very ripe avocados for the best flavour and texture.
    2. Do not overly mash your avocados. Mash by hand, not a blender or food processor, or it will be too smooth. The best guacamole has a chunky texture, in my humble opinion.
    3. Use your favourite salsa that has the most flavour. Since we’re not using fresh tomatoes and jalapeno here, you really want to ensure that the salsa you’re using is flavourful. I like chunky medium salsa, but if you like more heat in your guac, use hot.
    4. Adjust the flavours to your taste. As with any recipe, always adjust the seasoning to your preference. Avocados vary in size so make sure to taste your guacamole before serving and add more salt or lime juice if needed.

    More vegan Mexican dishes

    • Mexican Corn Salad
    • Mexican Stuffed Peppers
    • Sweet & Spicy Mango Salsa
    • Instant Pot Mexican Casserole

    If you tried this recipe, please let me know about it in the comments below. I always love hearing from you! Don’t forget to Subscribe to This Healthy Kitchen to be among the first to get my new recipes! You can also FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter to see more delicious food and get all the latest updates.

    Buon appetito,
    Rosa

    bowl of guacamole surrounded by chips

    Four Ingredient Easy Guacamole

    Want to make guacamole in a pinch? This easy recipe cuts down on all the prep, yet tastes so amazing, no one would guess you took a shortcut. Ready in less than 5 minutes!
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    Prep Time: 3 minutes
    Total Time: 3 minutes
    Course: Appetizer, Dip
    Cuisine: Mexican, South American
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 164kcal

    Ingredients

    • 3 ripe avocados
    • 2 tablespoon extra chunky medium salsa
    • ½ fresh squeezed lime
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
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    Instructions

    • Halve your avocados and remove the pits. Then scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, using a spoon. With a large fork or potato masher, mash your avocados without over mashing. Keep some chunkier pieces in there.
    • Add the remaining ingredients and mix to combine.
    • Serve with vegan tacos, nachos, burritos, or chips.

    Notes

    Use very ripe avocados for the best flavour and texture.
    Do not overly mash your avocados. Mash by hand, not a blender or food processor, or it will be too smooth. The best guacamole has a chunky texture, in my humble opinion.
    Use your favourite salsa that has the most flavour. Since we're not using fresh tomatoes and jalapeno here, you really want to ensure that the salsa you're using is flavourful. I like chunky medium salsa, but if you like more heat in your guac, use hot.
    Adjust the flavours to your taste. As with any recipe, always adjust the seasoning to your preference. Avocados vary in size so make sure to taste your guacamole before serving and add more salt or lime juice if needed.
    Store leftovers in the refrigerator with plastic wrap directly on top of your guacamole to prevent it from browning. Keeps for 2-3 days if you can manage not to eat it all before that.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 172IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Carol Simpson

      May 04, 2022 at 6:02 pm

      5 stars
      I haven’t made this yet, but the “pit method” does not work. I have tried it (more than once) and have read many times that it’s an old wives tale.

      Reply
      • Rosa

        May 05, 2022 at 8:46 am

        Thanks for sharing Carol. I thought so too. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Eden

      May 03, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! So easy and way too good, it was gone in a flash!

      Reply
      • rosa

        May 04, 2021 at 7:21 am

        Thanks Eden, so glad to hear it.

        Reply
    3. Noelle

      March 23, 2019 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      It really did just take three minutes! How crazy and delicious. It was the easiest!!

      Reply
      • rosa

        March 23, 2019 at 8:57 pm

        Thanks so much for your feedback Noelle!

        Reply

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