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    Bites with Bri » Appetizer & Snack » 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

    4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

    Published: May 6, 2021 · Modified: May 18, 2022 by Brianna May · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe is simple, easy, and healthy. It makes a great low carb or keto appetizer or snack served with raw veggies. It is also tasty served with tortilla chips or loaded on tacos or burrito bowls. Best part? It only takes a few minutes to throw together.

    overhead shot 4 ingredient guacamole with tortilla chips

    To be honest, I used to hate avocados (anyone else?), but a few years ago I decided I was going to force myself to like them. Everyone else seemed avocado obsessed and I was tired of missing out.

    So I started by adding a little guac on my tacos or salad here and there. Shortly after I hopped on the avocado bandwagon. Now I can’t get enough.

    To make a good bowl of guacamole, you really do not need much. So I kept this recipe super simple, using only 4-ingredients. Hence the name, 4-ingredient guacamole recipe. 

    I love to use this guacamole as a spread on top of a thick piece of toasted sourdough for breakfast, as a topping for tacos or bowls, and of course as a dip paired with raw veggies or tortilla chips. Hope you enjoy!! xx

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    • Highlights
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Helpful Equipment & Tools
    • Instructions
    • Make Ahead & Storage
    • Expert Tips
    • Recipe Notes
    • Variations
    • FAQs
    • Related Recipes
    • Watch the How to Video
    • 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

    Highlights

    • This 4-ingredient guacamole recipe only requires avocados, diced red onion, lime juice, and salt.
    • This guacamole is quick and easy to make. 
    • This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low carb, and vegan. 
    • This guacamole is light and fresh, making it the perfect snack for spring and summer.
    • This dip is perfect to serve as an appetizer for the Super Bowl or any party. 
    • Guacamole is very versatile. Not only can it be served on its own as a dip, but it can be a topping for tacos, salads, rice bowls, toast, burgers, and so much more.

    Ingredient Notes

    overhead of ingredients for 4 ingredient guacamole
    • Red Onion: Swap for white or yellow onion.

    Complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.

    Helpful Equipment & Tools

    • Duralex LYS Mixing Bowl Set: These are my favorite mixing bowls, great for prep or baking. They are heavy duty and come with many different sizes. I always put them in the dishwasher and have had no issues with chipping. 
    • Fullstar Vegetable Chopper: This chopper is a life saver. Not only is it faster and easier, it creates perfectly uniform pieces. I use it daily and can’t recommend anything more. I use the small blade for the red onion in this recipe.
    • IMUSA USA J100 -00285 Lime Squeezer: This is an essential kitchen tool. It definitely extracts more juice than squeezing by hand does.

    Instructions

    Overview

    • Mash the avocados
    • Fold in the onion and enjoy!

    Step by Step

    Step 1: In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash the avocados, lime juice, and salt as much (or as little as desired).

    Step 2: Fold in the red onion using a spoon.

    steps 1 & 2
avocados mashed for 4 ingredient guacamole
onions folded into the guacamole

    TIP - Do not over mash the avocados. I like to leave some chunks of avocado so it does not turn into a paste. This is just a personal preference.

    Make Ahead & Storage

    • Make Ahead: I do not recommend making this 4-ingredient guacamole recipe ahead of time because it easily turns brown from oxidation. While this is not dangerous, it is not appealing to the eye. 
    • Refrigerator: Store leftover 4-ingredient guacamole in an airtight container or covered tightly with plastic wrap for 1-2 days. It will likely turn brown, but it is still safe to eat 1-2 days after making. 
      • Check out these tips for how to prevent the guacamole from turning brown! 
    • Freezer: You can safely freeze leftover guacamole in an airtight bag with all of the air removed for 1-2 months. However, it does not quite retain the same texture and I do not prefer it, but it is perfectly safe. The onions become quite watery. If you intend to freeze it, you should omit the onions. 
    • Thawing: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and serve immediately.

    Expert Tips

    • Use perfectly ripe avocados. To test the ripeness of an avocado, you can lightly squeeze it. The harder it is, the less ripe it is. It should be slightly soft, but not mushy. Ripe avocados are typically darker in color. Read more about choosing the perfect avocado here!
    • Dice the onion finely. I recommend dicing the onion (or any vegetable you are adding to the guacamole) finely so that there are not large onion pieces in the dip. Larger pieces can be overpowering.
    • Taste and adjust. Before serving the 4-ingredient guacamole, taste it. Add more salt or lime if needed.
    • Serve with different dipping vessels. I love to serve guac with chips but raw vegetables are also a great option for a more nutritious snack.

    Recipe Notes

    • This recipe can be doubled. If you are making guacamole for a larger crowd (more than 6 people), double the recipe.
    side shot of 4 ingredient guacamole with chips on the side

    Variations

    • More add-ins: Add a handful of chopped jalapeño, tomato, cilantro, garlic, or even bacon bits.
    • Chunky: Chop the avocado instead of mashing it for a chunky dip.

    FAQs

    Can you freeze homemade guacamole?

    You can, but I recommend freezing it only with the addition of salt and lime. Other vegetables retain too much water and ruin the texture when thawed.

    Does traditional guacamole have tomatoes in it?

    No, but feel free to add them if that is how you prefer your guac. The only other traditional ingredient found in guacamole is some chopped cilantro. This adds a lot of flavor!

    What do you serve with guacamole?

    Tortilla chips are a must. Fresh raw vegetables (carrot, jicama, celery sticks, etc.) are a great nutritious option as well. Guacamole is also a great topping on tacos, nachos, quesadillas, salads, and more.

    Should you refrigerate avocados?

    No. Whole avocados will not ripen properly in the refrigerator because it is too cold. Store them on the counter to ripen. Once they are ripe, use them within a day or two. Cut avocado should always be stored in the refrigerator.

    What to add to guacamole to make it taste better?

    Definitely lime and salt. These are key to giving the avocado flavor. Some other add-ins to try are chopped jalapeño, tomato, cilantro, garlic, or even bacon bits.

    What ingredient keeps guacamole from turning brown?

    Acid (lime) prevents avocado from browning as much. Oxygen in the air is what turns the avocado brown though. So preventing it from being in contact with the air by covering it tightly also helps.

    What can I use instead of lime in guacamole?

    Try lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. Although lime juice has the best flavor for guacamole.

    Is it okay to eat brown avocado?

    Yes. Brown avocado is not necessarily unsafe. Avocado should be consumed within 3 days if it is cut into. Guacamole should be consumed within 2 days

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    4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe

    This 4-Ingredient Guacamole Recipe is simple, easy, and healthy. It makes a great low carb or keto appetizer or snack served with raw veggies. It is also tasty served with tortilla chips or loaded on tacos or burrito bowls. Best part? It only takes a few minutes to throw together.
    Servings6
    Prep5 minutes
    Total5 minutes
    Course: Appetizer/Snack, Sauce/Dip
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Author: Brianna May

    Ingredients:

    • 3 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
    • ⅓ cup finely chopped red onion
    • 2 limes, juiced
    • ¾ teaspoon salt

    Instructions:

    • Review all recipe notes and instructions before beginning.
    • In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash the avocados, lime juice, and salt as much (or as little as desired).
    • Fold in the red onion using a spoon.

    Notes:

    Red Onion: Swap for white or yellow onion.
    Refrigerator: Store leftover guacamole in an airtight container or covered tightly with plastic wrap for 1-2 days. It will likely turn brown, but it is still safe to eat 1-2 days after making.
    Dice the onion finely. I recommend dicing the onion (or any vegetable you are adding to the guacamole) finely so that there are not large onion pieces in the dip. Larger pieces can be overpowering.

    NUTRITION:

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 298mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g
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