How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe yields 3 cups of guacamole.

How long does it take to make this guacamole?

The total time to make this guacamole is 15 minutes.

Ina Garten's Guacamole

Name: Ina Garten's Guacamole
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 cups
Ingredients: 4 pcs ripe Haas avocados; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon); 8 dashes hot pepper sauce; 0.5 cup small-diced red onion (from 1 small onion); 1 large clove garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 medium tomato (seeded and small-diced)

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Original video by Food Network on YouTube2:49

About this recipe

Ina Garten's guacamole is all about bold flavors and a chunky texture, steering clear of the typical pureed versions that often lack personality. This recipe focuses on using perfectly ripe avocados and a handful of fresh ingredients to create a vibrant dip that's perfect for any occasion.

With just a few simple steps, you can whip up a delicious 3 cups of guacamole in about 15 minutes. It's a quick and easy way to elevate your snack game, especially when paired with chips and drinks.

Ingredient notes

Use 4 ripe Haas avocados, which should be bright green and not overly ripe to avoid browning.
The freshly squeezed lemon juice should come from 1 lemon, and it's crucial for keeping the guacamole green.

Tips from Food Network’s video

To achieve a chunky guacamole, avoid pureeing the avocados. Instead, slice through them with a sharp knife in the bowl to mix the ingredients while maintaining texture.
Add the diced tomatoes last to prevent them from coloring the guacamole.

Good to know

How many servings does this recipe make?: This recipe yields 3 cups of guacamole.
How long does it take to make this guacamole?: The total time to make this guacamole is 15 minutes.

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The recipe

Serves 3 cupsTime 15 min

Ingredients

4 pcs ripe Haas avocados
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice — from 1 lemon
8 dashes hot pepper sauce
½ cup small-diced red onion — from 1 small onion
1 large clove garlic — minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 medium tomato — seeded and small-diced

Steps

1
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large bowl.
2
Immediately add the lemon juice, hot pepper sauce, red onion, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
3
Using a sharp knife, slice through the avocados in the bowl until they are finely diced.
4
Add the diced tomatoes and mix well, tasting for salt and pepper.