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The Best 5-Ingredient Guacamole

This is my go-to guac - it only needs avocados, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. I make it at least twice a week because it's wicked simple and everyone loves it.
prep time15 minutes
resting or cooling time1 hour
total time1 hour 15 minutes
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Ingredients

Ingredients (~8-10 servings)

  • 4 gently ripe large hass avocados, pitted
  • 1/2 white onion, very finely minced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro leaves and stems
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin, optional
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Scoop avocado flesh into mixing bowl.
  • Add minced onion, jalapeño, and cumin.
  • Mash with fork, leaving some chunks.
  • Mix in cilantro and lime juice.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Use ripe Hass avocados for best flavor and texture.