The Best Homemade Guacamole

For 8 servings, The Best Homemade Guacamole keeps the list centered on ripe avocados, to 3 teaspoons fresh lime juice and table salt. Set aside about 15 minutes.

• Yield 8 servings
• Ready in 15 minutes

Ingredients

Guacamole

• 2 medium ripe avocados
• 2 to 3 teaspoons fresh lime juice (about 1/2 of a small lime)
• ¼ teaspoon table salt
• Pinch black pepper
• 1 small clove garlic, finely minced or a scant 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Add-In Ideas

• Finely diced red onion, yellow onion, or green onions (or chives)
• Diced tomatoes (I like them diced small)
• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Finely chopped jalapeños
• Seasonings like cumin, chili powder, etc.

Instructions

1. Halve the avocados and remove the pits (see note). Scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.
2. Add the lime juice (add the lesser amount if you want a mild lime flavor and add the additional teaspoon if you like a stronger lime flavor), salt, pepper, and garlic (if using).
3. Use a pastry blender or two forks to mash the avocados to desired consistency.
4. If adding additional add-in ingredients, add them in toward the middle or end of mashing up the avocados so the flavors and juices of the ingredients can fully incorporate into the guacamole.
5. Taste and add additional salt, pepper and lime juice, if needed (important)!!
6. Serve immediately (see note for storing).

Give it a minute off the heat, then serve it while it is still hot.