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Easy Recipe for Guacamole + Video

Kathleen

by Kathleen Pope Apr 29, 2025

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Pin for 5 minute Easy Guacamole with wooden bowl filled with super simple guacamole and chips around the bowl.
Pin for 5 minute authentic guacamole recipe with marble bowl filled with fresh, bright green guacamole and chips around it.

Looking for an easy recipe for guacamole? This fresh, dairy-free version comes together in minutes—no mayo or sour cream! Great for any day, not just Taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo. Only have one avocado? I’ll show you how to make a small batch too!

A small bowl filled with creamy and chunky guacamole surrounded by chips.
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  • My favorite recipe for healthy Guacamole
  • Why you'll love this Guacamole
  • Homemade Guacamole Recipe Ingredients
  • How to Make Traditional Guacamole (Video)
  • How to Make a Basic Guacamole Recipe
  • Storage Tips
  • Variations for Basic Guacamole Recipe
  • FAQs for Easy Guacamole Recipe
  • More great Mexican recipes:
  • Easy Guacamole Recipe with Salsa

My favorite recipe for healthy Guacamole

Growing up in Southern California, authentic Mexican food was a big part of my life — and guacamole was always the highlight. Whether topping tacos or scooped with a tortilla chip, fresh guac made everything better.

This easy guacamole recipe was taught to me years ago by a dear Mexican friend. It’s the same simple, authentic style I’ve been making for my family and friends for years, and it’s always a hit at gatherings.

Over time, I’ve fine-tuned this recipe to make sure it’s not only fast and foolproof, but also full of fresh flavor. Just a few basic ingredients — ripe avocados, lime, salt, and a touch of spice — and you’re ready to go.

I’ve tested this recipe in my own kitchen more times than I can count, and I’m confident you’ll love it too. It’s quick, healthy, and made with real ingredients in your pantry!

Facebook image for super simple guacamole on a wooden tray with tortilla chips and spoon in bowl of guacamole.

Why you’ll love this Guacamole

  • Simple: In fact it’s so simple it’s super simple guacamole! When I am making Mexican I don’t want to be chopping jalepeno, onions, garlic and all. I want to throw in a dash of this and that, splash of lime and eureka, it’s chips and guac time!
  • Fresh: The bright, nutty, and delicious flavor of the healthy avocado shines through!
  • Healthier: No sour cream, no mayonnaise; just a few herbs and spices is what makes this so delicious!
  • Quick: This comes together in a matter of minutes!

This easy recipe is so simple, our family’s tried and true recipe, if I have made it once, I have made it hundreds of times.

Large wooden bowl filled with bright green fresh guacamole with cilantro and tomatoes and tortilla chips in background.

Homemade Guacamole Recipe Ingredients

  • Ripe Hass Avocados: Ripe, but firm, gives slightly under a tiny bit of pressure.
  • Lawry’s Seasoning Salt: My secret ingredient, use any seasoning salt.
  • Garlic powder: A simple way to add great flavor, optional add a little dash or two of onion powder.
  • Tomatoes: I love chunky, fresh tomatoes in my chips and gauc.
  • Salsa: Adds a little spice, texture and flavor! Make your own blender salsa.
  • Lime: A must for zing, plus aids in keeping it from turning brown
  • Salt: Taste before adding, you may not need it. I use kosher salt.
  • Cilantro: Adds that authentic flavor to taste, omit for guacamole without cilantro.

Get the full recipe in the recipe card below.

Ingredients for super simple guacamole, L-R Ripe avocados, kosher salt, salsa, garlic powder, Lawry's seasoning, fresh lime, roma tomato.
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How to Make Traditional Guacamole (Video)

How to Make a Basic Guacamole Recipe

Using a sharp knife, slice through the avocado to the pit all the way around, then use a spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh. Repeat with the second avocado.

In a medium bowl, using a fork, gently mash for more chunky guacamole, you will continue mixing as you add the various ingredients, which will naturally smooth it out, we like ours a little chunky. Add 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite salsa.

Toss in ¼ to ½ teaspoon garlic powder, a few shakes of Lawry’s Seasoning Salt (not too much, as you can always add more salt, but you can’t remove it).

Process shots for how to make simple guacamole 1) mashing fresh avocados 2) adding fresh salsa.

    Toss in fresh, chopped tomatoes (if desired), squeeze in half a lime, then taste. Adding a little more salt, lime or salsa if desired. Finally, stir in 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

      Process shots for super simple guacamole 3) adding Larry's seasoning salt 4) adding garlic powder.
      Process shots for super simple guacamole 5) adding a squeeze of lime and 6) adding fresh cilantro.

      Storage Tips

      I typically make mine according to our needs and rarely have any leftovers. It will last 1-3 days in the fridge in an airtight container, but really, can you resist it?

      How to Keep Guacamole from Turning Brown

      To keep your guacamole fresh and green, always add a squeeze of lime or lemon juice. The citrus adds bright flavor and helps slow oxidation — that’s the browning that happens when avocado meets air.
      You can press the avocado pits into the guac, but just know it only helps in the small area they touch. It’s not a reliable way to keep the whole bowl green.

      If you’re storing it, smooth the guacamole into a flat, even layer. Then press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface. This keeps air out and helps maintain that bright green color.

      And if it still browns a bit? No worries! That top layer won’t hurt you. Just skim it off, or stir it in — underneath, the guac is still perfectly good.

      Restaurant Tricks to Keep Guac Green

      Ever wonder how places like Chipotle or Qdoba keep their big batches of guacamole looking fresh? Here’s what many restaurants do:

      • Smooth the guacamole into a flat layer.
      • Add a thin layer of water or citrus juice on top to act as a natural air barrier.
      • Press plastic wrap directly on the surface or seal the container tightly to keep air out.

      These steps can help your guac stay green longer — even if you’re making it ahead for a party or storing leftovers.

      Variations for Basic Guacamole Recipe

      Make it yours! That’s our motto at The Fresh Cooky. If you don’t like an ingredient, leave it out; if you love another, add it in! Here are a few suggestions:

      • Add 1-2 tablespoons chopped or minced red onion
      • Add half to one small seeded and chopped jalapeño pepper, serrano pepper or a splash of your favorite hot sauce.
      • Instead of a blender salsa, stir in some fresh pico de Gallo.
      • Add ¼ – ½ teaspoon of ground cumin.
      Fresh homemade simple guacamole in a wooden bowl on a tray with fresh tortilla chips.

      Simple guacamole recipe with one avocado (Small Batch)

      • 1 ripe avocado
      • ¼ teaspoon Lawry’s Seasoning Salt (or to taste)
      • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
      • 1–2 teaspoons fresh salsa
      • ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice
      • 1 tablespoon diced Roma tomato (optional)
      • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
      • Kosher salt, to taste

      FAQs for Easy Guacamole Recipe

      Why is my guacamole bitter?

      Most likely, the avocados are underripe. If they are really firm, they need to ripen more before making guacamole.

      What does guacamole mean in Spanish?

      The name comes from Classical Nahuatl āhuacamōlli [aːwakaˈmoːlːi], which literally translates to ‘avocado sauce’, from āhuacatl [aːˈwakat͡ɬ] ‘avocado’ + mōlli [ˈmoːlːi] ‘sauce’ (Source)

      How to ripen avocados quickly?

      Avocados do not ripen on the tree; they ripen or “soften” after they have been harvested. To speed up the avocado ripening process we recommend placing unripe avocados in a brown paper bag with an apple or banana for two to three days until they are ripe. We do not recommend any other method of ripening. (Source)

      Can I double or triple this recipe?

      Yes, it multiplies easily. Be careful when doubling the salt and your lime juice though, go easy at first and then add to taste.

      How do I get chunky guacamole?

      If you want some nice large chunks of avocado, then hold out ½ to a full avocado, mix all the ingredients with 1st avocado. Chop second avocado with a couple of knives and gently fold into the guacamole mixture.

      A bowl full of chunky guacamole with tortilla chips around to pin.

      Healthy Guacamole is best served immediately. Serve with your favorite chips, salsa, and queso for the trifecta of Mexican appetizers.

      More great Mexican recipes:

      • Homemade Salsa
      • Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice
      • Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
      • Salsa Chicken
      • Frozen Margaritas
      • How to make a Skinny Margarita
      • Homemade Queso
      • Hibiscus Simple Syrup
      • Cadillac Margarita Recipe

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      A marble bowl filled with creamy guacamole surrounded by tortilla chips.

      Easy Guacamole Recipe with Salsa

      5 from 2 readers
      Author: Kathleen Pope
      Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
      Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
      Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
      Servings: 6 Servings
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      How do you make a super simple guacamole? This is not only simple, but healthy, and so easy. Whether you are making it for Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday or just because you have a craving, it might become your favorite recipe too.

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      Equipment

      • 3pc Chip & Dip Set with Metal Rack, White
      • Unique Hand Painted Talavera Pottery Molcajete Chip and Dip 

      Ingredients 
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      • 2-3 small-medium avocado ripe, but firm, gives slightly under a tiny bit of pressure, if you remove the stem, it should be bright green. Halved, scooped and pitted.
      • ½ teaspoon seasoning salt I use Lawry's, use more or less to taste
      • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
      • 1 medium Roma tomato optional for chunky flavor and texture
      • 1-2 tablespoons fresh salsa texture and definitely flavor!
      • ½ medium lime fresh squeezed
      • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped fine
      • Kosher Salt to taste
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      Instructions

      • Using a sharp knife, slice through the avocado to the pit all the way around, then scoop out the avocado flesh using a spoon, repeat with second avocado. Place avocado flesh into a medium bowl.
        2-3 small-medium avocado
      • Mash slightly using a fork for more chunky guacamole, you will continue mixing as you add the various ingredients, which will natural smooth it out, we like ours a little chunky.
      • Toss in ¼ – ½ teaspoon garlic powder, a few shakes of Lawry’s Seasoning salt (not too much, you can always add more salt, you can’t remove it) and a tablespoon or two of your favorite salsa.
        ½ teaspoon seasoning salt, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, 1-2 tablespoons fresh salsa
      • Add in fresh, chopped tomatoes (if desired), squeeze in half a lime, then taste. Adding a little more salt, lime or salsa if desired. Finally, stir in 1 tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve immediatly with your favorite tortilla chips and salsa!
        1 medium Roma tomato, ½ medium lime, 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, Kosher Salt to taste
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      Notes

      Easy Guacamole Using One Avocado (Small Batch)

      • 1 ripe avocado
      • ¼ teaspoon Lawry’s Seasoning Salt (or to taste)
      • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
      • 1–2 teaspoons fresh salsa
      • ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice
      • 1 tablespoon diced Roma tomato (optional)
      • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
      • Kosher salt, to taste​
      This recipe doubles and triples easily. Start with less of the salt and lime juice and taste until the flavors are just right.
      Optional to add ยผ teaspoon of onion powder, my salsa has onions in it, so I don’t usually add.
      STORAGE: I typically make mine according to our needs and rarely have any leftover. It will last 1-3 days in the fridge, but really, can you resist it. Read below for tips on storing healthy guacamole.
      How to Keep Guacamole from turning brown:
      • Add lime or lemon juice to your guacamole, not only does the citrus add a lovely zest and zing to the dip, but it provides a barrier to the natural oxidation that happens when avocados are exposed to air.
      • If storing, smooth the guac as flat as possible, then place a piece of plastic wrap, directly on the surface. This will help slow the oxidation process.
      • If your guac develops a brown layer, it will not hurt you, either skim it off or just stir it in, you will have bright green guac once again.
      • Smooth the guacamole into a flat layer.
      • Pour a thin but visible layer of water or lemon/lime juice over the guacamole to form an air barrier.
      • Place a piece of plastic wrap onto the guacamole to prevent air pockets, or place in a sealed container.

      Nutrition

      Serving: 11 serving | Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 271mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g
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      1. Debbie

        Sun, May 1, 2022 at 5:29 pm

        I never had guacamole growing up, so the first time I had it was at a Bible study group as a young adult (I’m old now! LOL) but what I’ve discovered is I liked her simple version the best and that’s how I make mine. All I do is smash the avocado, stir in diced onions, chopped tomatoes and to make it extra creamy, stir in sour cream. That’s it! Simple and delicious!

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        • KathleenKathleen Pope

          Mon, May 2, 2022 at 11:56 am

          Sounds very similar to mine Debbie, except I don’t put in sour cream or onions! Yours sounds wonderful too!

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      2. The guac was AH MAzing!!

        Fri, Mar 26, 2021 at 3:34 pm

        5 stars
        BEST GUAC I have ever made!

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      3. Madi

        Mon, Mar 22, 2021 at 7:52 pm

        Guacamole is the best! I am so excited to try your version!

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        • KathleenKathleen

          Tue, Mar 23, 2021 at 11:00 am

          Thanks Madi! I think you will love it!

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      4. Julie

        Sun, Mar 21, 2021 at 7:10 pm

        5 stars
        I had to give this recipe a try because it was different than my own and sounded delicious. We just loved the seasoned salt and salsa additions. It made such a flavorful difference. This is now my new go-too guac!

        Reply
      5. Debi

        Fri, Mar 19, 2021 at 7:28 am

        This guacamole is so easy to make & so perfect for everything from tacos to just eating with chips! I do leave the lime out of mine, though. Thanks for the delicious recipe!

        Reply
        • KathleenKathleen

          Mon, Mar 22, 2021 at 1:51 pm

          Thanks Debi!! Glad you liked it!

          Reply

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