Homemade 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

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Are you ready to make the perfect guacamole? This simple 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe will have you making this delicious and creamy dip in less than 15 minutes! All it takes is a few simple ingredients and just a few minutes.

Top down view of four ingredient guacamole on wood serving platter.

Whether you're entertaining guests or looking for an easy snack that packs a punch with flavor, this amazing guacamole recipe delivers. So grab your ripe avocados, garlic, and fresh lime!

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This simple guacamole recipe is the best way to enjoy ripe Hass avocados. Guacamole is a great appetizer that is always a hit at parties along with this Mango Habanero Salsa, Roasted Beet Hummus With Horseradish, or serve it as a side along with Cilantro Lime Rice on taco night. This guacamole is so good you'll be making it on repeat all summer long!

This four-ingredient guacamole is perfect for barbecues, pool parties, and potlucks-or really any time you're in the mood for the perfect snack with your favorite tortilla chips. Plus, it only requires four ingredients, so it's easy to make.

Guacamole goes great with so many things. Try it with this vegan southwestern tofu scramble topped with coconut bacon, or with this chickpea quinoa salad. Spread it on lentil black bean burgers or serve it on the side of this vegan southwest quinoa bowl.

Try this recipe next time you want something tasty to snack on. It's the perfect dip or side dish! For a refreshing beverage, try this Watermelon Water.

Such a delicious guacamole with just a few ingredients. It was perfect for taco night. My family loved it!

- Jamie

Ingredients

Here are the fresh and simple ingredients easily found at grocery stores to make this basic guacamole recipe; note that the white onion and cumin is optional:

Ripe avocados - I recommend buttery ripe Hass avocados to make guacamole. Their creamy texture is perfect for this recipe. The surface of the avocados should be firm; give them a gentle squeeze, and they should yield slightly when ripe. If you see any brown color, discard those spots. If you have unripe avocados, put them in a brown paper bag.
Fresh garlic, minced
Fresh lime juice - please don't use concentrated lime juice; it's not the same.
Salt to add flavor, adjust to taste.

These are optional ingredients:

Cumin is optional and adds another layer of flavor.
White onion is optional as well to add extra flavor.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Top down view of 4 ingredient guacamole in white bowl with tortilla chips

Substitutions

Here are some simple substitutions you can try:

White onion - instead of white onion, you can use diced red onion, or one to two diced shallots.
Lime juice - use fresh lemon juice if you don't have any limes, white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar.
Garlic - use garlic powder instead.

Variations

Here are some ideas on how you can customize this recipe to suit your preferences:

Black pepper (optional) - to add some spice.
Cumin (optional) - Stir it into the guacamole; there is no need to grind it first. Or you can go with ground cumin, like I did in the image above.
White onion (optional) - finely chopped for the best texture in this slightly chunky guacamole.
Deluxe - add ground cumin for a hint of savory smokiness. Add chopped cilantro or chopped parsley.
Spicy - add diced jalapeño, seeded and ribbed, or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Tomatoes - add a chopped Roma tomato or your favorite salsa.
Fresh herbs - add chopped fresh cilantro or fresh parsley.

How to Make 4-Ingredient Guacamole

It's easy to make this delicious guacamole, even if it is your first time. Follow these simple instructions to make the best guacamole recipe! Multiply the recipe to make it for a crowd.

Step 1: Cut the avocados in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh and put it in a mixing bowl. Mash with a fork
Step 2: Add the diced garlic, lime juice, and salt.
Step 3: Mash the mixture with a fork or a potato masher until it's smooth but still slightly chunky. Taste the guacamole and add more salt or lime juice if needed.

Tip: Let the freshly made guacamole sit for 30 minutes to develop flavor. For the best flavor, serve it at room temperature. Cover the guacamole with plastic wrap to prevent oxidation.

Top down view of four ingredient guacamole in wood serving platter.

Storage

Leftover guacamole can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for one to two days. For the best flavor, serve it at room temperature. Cover it with plastic wrap.

Guacamole is a delicious and easy-to-make dip you can enjoy anytime. With this 4-ingredient guacamole recipe, you can create the perfect dip without too much fuss. You only need ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, diced garlic, and a pinch of salt to make the perfect guacamole. So, add this recipe to your party menu and take your parties up a notch!

How To Serve

Guacamole goes great with so many things! Be sure to serve it at room temperature for the best flavor.

Serve this guacamole as a delicious dip with tortillas, with celery sticks, sliced bell pepper, or spread it on toast to make avocado toast.
Add this quick guacamole to nachos, tacos, burritos, or quesadillas. Add it to salad, a healthy burrito bowl, or on top of roasted sweet potatoes or baked sweet potato fries.
Try it with this vegan southwestern tofu scramble. Or add it to this vegan chickpea tuna salad, chickpea quinoa salad, or on top of lentil black bean burgers.
Enjoy this 4-ingredients guacamole with a tamarind margarita or blood orange margarita, or if you prefer to skip the alcohol, try this Watermelon Water or Blue Lagoon Mocktail.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make guacamole with unripe avocados?

No. To make the best guacamole, you need ripe avocados. Unripe avocadoes will be too firm, difficult to mash, and will not yield the best flavor.

How ripe do avocadoes have to be for guacamole?

They need to be just ripe for the best flavor and texture! You don't want them to be too soft and overripe or hard and underripe. Gently press the surface of the guacamole, and it should yield slightly.

What if my avocado isn't ripe?

Keep avocados on the counter until ripe. Speed up the ripening process by storing them in a brown bag with a banana or apple until they are ripe, or keep them on the kitchen counter. Once ripe, store the avocados in the fridge immediately to prevent them from further ripening.

How can I keep the guacamole from turning brown?

Cover the guacamole with plastic wrap and gently push it into the guacamole so there are no air pockets.

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Recipe

Homemade 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

Author: Emily Miller

This homemade 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe is easy to make and is so delicious. Plus, you can jazz it up any way you want. It's the perfect dip or accompaniment to your favorite Mexican dishes!

5 from 154 votes

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 0

Resting time (optional): 30

Total Time: 40

Servings: servings

Calories: 126.8kcal

EQUIPMENT

INGREDIENTS

▢ 2 ripe Haas avocados
▢ 2 garlic cloves, minced
▢ 1 tablespoon lime juice, fresh or lemon juice
▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
▢ ½ teaspoon ground cumin, optional
▢ ¼ cup white onion, minced, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut each avocado in half lengthwise and remove the seed with your hand. Scoop out the avocado flesh with a spoon into a small bowl. Mash with a fork.
Stir in garlic cloves, lime juice, and sea salt. Optionally, add cumin and white onion. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

NOTES

If you have the time, let the guacamole rest for 30 minutes after mixing to develop flavor.For the best flavor, serve it at room temperature.
Store leftover guacamole in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Cover the guacamole with plastic wrap beneath the container cover to prevent oxidation.
Add ground cumin, diced red or white onion, black pepper, or cilantro to your guacamole if desired.

NUTRITION

Serving: 4 servingsCalories: 126.8 kcalCarbohydrates: 9 gProtein: 1.7 gFat: 10.5 gSaturated Fat: 1.5 gSodium: 299 mgFiber: 5.1 gSugar: 1.3 g

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