Guacamole Done Right: Fresh, Easy & Flavorful 🥑

Loida Tamayo
May 19
2 min read

Updated: Jul 5

Hola amigos!

Let’s talk about GUACAMOLE—the creamy, zesty, crowd-pleasing dip that makes tortilla chips disappear.

I grew up watching my tías throw this together without ever measuring a thing—just taste, feel, and a little bit of magic. And… That’s how I used to do it, too, until I started getting messages like:

“But how much lime?”

“How do you pit the avocado without it flying across the room?” 😅

I won’t judge you for any of it—I've been there. That pit is slippery! 🙈

So, I wrote it all down—tested it over and over (and over) to make sure you could make the perfect guacamole at home, whether it's your first time or your fiftieth. Want to see how I do it—step by step, molcajete and all? Watch my YouTube video below.

Step-by-step instructions for how to make guacamole

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need:

3 ripe avocados
1 small lime (or more, if you’re a lime-overload person like me)
¼ cup finely chopped red onion
1 small Roma tomato, diced
1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
¼ cup chopped cilantro
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Optional: a pinch of cumin for that traditional, earthy vibe

🥄 Let’s Get to It:

First, slice your avocados in half and remove the pits.

Pro tip: tap the pit gently with your knife, twist, and pop it out… Please don’t go viral for cutting your hand—keep it safe, my friends.

Scoop the avocado into a bowl and mash it with a fork. I like mine a little chunky for texture, but if you want it smooth and creamy—keep mashin’!
Now, stir in the lime juice, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and salt. Give it a good mix—then
Add the tomato at the end so it stays nice and fresh instead of getting all mushy.

It’s time to taste it and adjust anything you like. Does it need more salt? Would you like to add a little more pepper? You adjust to taste and boom—you’ve got perfect guacamole!

🌶 Fun Fact Time!

The name “guacamole” comes from the Nahuatl word āhuacamōlli, which means “avocado sauce.”
Avocados are ancient! They’ve been cultivated in Mexico for over 9,000 years. So, every time you make guacamole, you’re keeping Mexican tradition alive.
Guacamole is so ancient that it was served at Aztec feasts! Now, it’s served at game day parties, girls' nights, and Tuesday afternoons when you "accidentally" eat an entire bag of chips. 😉

🥑 Final Tips

Use ripe avocados - they should give just a little when squeezed. Remember to check out my blog for How to Pick the Perfect Avocado.
Don’t skip the lime juice—it adds flavor and keeps your guacamole from turning brown.
Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap (press it directly onto the surface) and chill for later.