Guacamole with Chunky Pico (Print Version)

Creamy avocado blend layered with fresh, chunky tomato and jalapeño salsa for a flavorful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Guacamole Base

01 - 3 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
02 - 1 small lime, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
03 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped

→ Chunky Pico de Gallo

07 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
08 - 1/4 medium red onion, finely chopped
09 - 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
12 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For Serving

14 - Tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks

# How to Make It:

01 - Scoop flesh from avocados into a medium bowl. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth while leaving small chunks for texture.
02 - Add lime juice, sea salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. Stir gently until evenly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix.
04 - Spread seasoned guacamole in a serving bowl. Spoon chunky pico de gallo evenly over the top as a garnish.
05 - Present with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for dipping. Enjoy while fresh for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy guacamole and chunky pico de gallo create an incredible texture contrast that keeps every bite interesting
  • You can assemble everything in 20 minutes, but it tastes like you spent way more time on it
  • It is naturally vegan and gluten free, so everyone at your party can dig in without worry
02 -
  • The biggest mistake I see is over mashing the avocados into a completely smooth paste, which loses the satisfying chunky texture that makes guacamole special
  • Pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface of any leftover guacamole really does work to prevent browning, so do not skip that step if you are making it ahead
  • Lime juice on the exposed surface helps slow oxidation but will not stop it completely, so the sooner you serve this the better
03 -
  • A pinch of cumin or smoked paprika in the guacamole adds an earthy depth that makes people wonder what your secret ingredient is
  • Serrano peppers can substitute for jalapeño if you want more heat, because they pack significantly more spice in a smaller package

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