Loading...This classic guacamole recipe is perfect for Cinco de Mayo parties, Taco Tuesdays and anytime you want. A party favorite loaded with nutrition including an excellent source of fiber (29% DV), folate (25% DV), vitamin B5 (40% DV) and 20% DV of vitamins K, B3 and B6, along with a good source (15% DV) of potassium and vitamins C, E and B2.
Cinco de Mayo Guacamole
Total Time:
10min
Prep Time:
10min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
200
Calories
18
g
Total Fat
11
g
Total Carbs
2
g
Protein
160
mg
Sodium
Ingredients
Serves:
8
| 4 | ripe, Fresh California Avocados, peeled and seeded | |
| 2 | Tbsp. | fresh lime juice |
| 2/3 | cup | diced tomato, seeded and well drained |
| 1/2 | cup | chopped green onion |
| 2 | serrano chiles, stemmed and minced* | |
| 1/2 | cup | chopped cilantro, optional |
| 1/2 | tsp. | sea salt, or to taste |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Cut avocados into ½-inch cubes.
- Stir in lime juice.
- Fold in remaining ingredients and serve immediately.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with warm tortilla chips or on top of your favorite Cinco de Mayo party foods.
Beverage Pairing: Having a Cinco de Mayo party? Serve with chilled margaritas on the rocks.
*Add more serrano chiles if you like it spicier; remove seeds if you like it milder.
**Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 200
Total Fat 18 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 2.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat 11 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Total Carbs 11 g
Dietary Fiber 8 g
Total Sugar 1 g
Protein 2 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 160 mg
Potassium 637 mg
Vitamin A 17 mcg; Vitamin C 15 mg; Calcium 22 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 104 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.14 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 2%; Vitamin C 15%; Calcium 2%; Iron 6 %; Vitamin D 0%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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