4 Ingredient Guacamole
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This quick yet tasty 4-ingredient Guacamole recipe is as simple as it gets! It is a fresh and creamy dip served at parties, movie nights, and game days, done in 5 minutes using simple ingredients.
Serve it alongside a bowl of crunch tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, pita bread, baked potatoes, or burritos, tacos, nachos, or any Mexican-inspired dishes.
Why You’ll Love This 4 Ingredient Guacamole
- Flavor profile. This guacamole recipe perfectly balances sweet, savory, tangy, and garlicky. It is a creamy dip that goes well with almost anything!
- Simple. All you need are 4 ingredients, a masher, and a few minutes to make this dreamy dip or topping for your meals. No cooking is required!
- Healthy. Fresh avocadoes are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. This is a healthier alternative to other dips and spreads.
- Customizable. You can use this recipe as a base for delicious guacamole and build it up by adding other ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, jalapeños, or cilantro.
- A dip for everyone! This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, and keto-friendly. Everyone can dip in!
Ingredients
The full recipe and ingredients are in the recipe card below this post.
- Ripe Hass Avocados. We used 4 medium Hass for this recipe, which has a higher fat content, making the guacamole richer and creamier. Look for avocados with dark green or purplish-black exteriors without any bright green spots that yield slightly to gentle pressure and feel heavy for their size.
- Garlic. Freshly minced garlic is best for this recipe because it imparts a stronger taste.
- Lime juice. Freshly squeezed. This will add a bright citrus taste and help keep the guacamole from browning. You can also use fresh lemon juice as an alternative.
- Salt. Use a generous amount, as avocados need salt!
How To Make 4 Ingredient Guacamole
- Prepare the avocados. Mash the avocados with a potato masher or muddler until the desired texture (more smooth or chunky).
- Put them all together. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
- Serve immediately or cover with a lid and let chill for 15 minutes. Store leftover guacamole in the fridge.
How To Cut an Avocado
- Wash the avocado under water and dry it off with a towel. With a sharp knife and slice the avocado in half lengthwise, going around the pit. Carefully twist the two halves apart.
- To get the pit out, gently hit it with your knife and twist to lift it out—just be careful!
- If you want slices, cut the avocado while it’s still in the skin, or scoop out the avocado flesh with a spoon for chunks.
- Now you can enjoy your avocado in salads, sandwiches, or guacamole!
Recipe Troubleshoot
Why did my guacamole darken?
When avocadoes are exposed to oxygen, they react and darken naturally. However, here are some things you can do to prevent it from happening:
Why is my guacamole bitter?
How To Choose Perfectly Ripe Avocado For Guacamole
Remember these qualities when choosing perfectly ripe avocadoes:
- Have dark green or purplish-black skin
- Have a subtle, nutty aroma
- They are heavy for their size
- Our firm yet slightly yielding to the touch
- Have green stem ends
Recommended Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Potato masher
- Airtight food containers
- Mixing bowls
Tips
- If your avocados are still underripe, you can place them in a paper bag along with a ripe banana or apple at room temperature. They will be ready within 24 to 48 hours.
- You can make the guacamole creamy or chunky depending on how well you mash the avocadoes.
- Taste as you go and adjust the amounts of lime juice, salt, and garlic to achieve your desired taste.
- Do not leave the guacamole at room temperature without cover for long, because the top will brown even when you add extra lime juice on top. It is better to place it in the fridge cover and let it out right before serving.
Substitutions
- Make it spicy. Add some red chili flakes, jalapeño peppers, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce to give your guacamole a touch of heat!
- Add some herbs. Adding herbs like cilantro, basil, mint, or parsley will give it a boost of freshness and flavor!
- Mediterranean-style Guacamole. Serve with crumbled feta cheese, chopped Kalamata olives, and diced cucumber and you have a Mediterranean-style dip to die for!
- Roasted pepper. If you have time to roast some red peppers, mash them and add them to the mixture for a smoky, roasted flavor.
What To Serve With Easy Guacamole Recipe?
There are so many ways to enjoy classic guacamole because it pairs very well with a variety of foods!
Use it as a dip for chips, veggie sticks, and crusty bread together with a delicious bowl of salsa. We love it as a topping for a burrito bowl with sofritas too. Enjoy it on tacos, nachos, quesadillas, fajitas and even on sushis and pizza!
Freezing And Storing Instructions
I recommend consuming immediately as a dip or make a quick avocado toast for breakfast (perfect for leftovers).
- To Store. Place the guacamole in an airtight container and place a piece of plastic wrap on top. Make sure that the wrap touches the surface of the guac to remove any space for air. Place the lid and store it in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
- To Freeze. To freeze, place it in a freezer-friendly bag and press to remove as much air as possible. It can stay frozen for up to 2 to 3 months.
- To Thaw. Transfer frozen guac from the freezer to the refrigerator. Allow it to thaw slowly, which will help maintain its texture and flavor. This can take a few hours to overnight. Mix well until it becomes creamy again and serve as you normally would.
Does guacamole spoil easily?
YES, guacamole can spoil easily because it contains fresh ingredients like avocado, which can go bad quickly. Always check for signs of spoilage before eating.
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Guacamole: FAQs
Guacamole can sit out for about 1-2 hours at room temperature before it starts to spoil. If it’s really warm, like at a picnic, it should only sit out for 1 hour. However it will start to get brown earlier than that.
Yes, you can still eat guacamole that has turned brown, as long as it smells and tastes fine. The browning happens due to oxidation, but it doesn’t mean it’s spoiled.
Store guacamole in the fridge, it will last about 1-2 days in the fridge if stored in an airtight container. It may last longer if you cover the surface with plastic wrap to minimize air exposure.
To keep guacamole fresh, store it in an airtight container and press plastic wrap directly on the surface to limit air exposure. Adding fresh lime juice can also help slow down browning. When you’re ready to eat, scrape off the top bit with lime juice (it may still turn a bit brown), stir the guac quickly, and enjoy.
You can tell if guacamole is rotten, has a bad smell or an off taste, or has turned a dark brown or gray color. It’s best to throw it away if it looks or smells strange.
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4-Ingredient Guacamole
Ingredients
- 4 medium avocados Hass
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the avocados. Mash the avocados until the desired texture (more smooth or chunky).
- Put them all together. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
- Serve right away or cover with a lid and let chill for 15 minutes.
Notes
- To Store. Place the guacamole in an airtight container and place a plastic wrap on top. Make sure that the wrap touches the surface of the guac to remove any space for air. Place the lid and store it in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. To freeze, place it in a freezer-friendly bag and press to remove as much air as possible. It can stay frozen for up to 2 to 3 months.
- To thaw. Transfer frozen guac from the freezer to the refrigerator. Allow it to thaw slowly, which will help maintain its texture and flavor. This can take a few hours to overnight. Mix well until it becomes creamy again and serve as you normally would.
