Guacamole Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten
Elevate your appetizer game with Ina Garten's Guacamole recipe, a fresh and flavorful dip that’s perfect for any occasion. This Barefoot Contessa classic combines creamy ripe avocados with zesty lime juice, finely chopped red onion, and a hint of heat from jalapeño and optional cayenne pepper. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this guacamole is further enhanced by juicy tomatoes and fragrant cilantro. The recipe’s quick 10-minute prep time makes it a go-to for last-minute gatherings, and the result is a crowd-pleasing, restaurant-quality dip. Serve it with crispy tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, and enjoy the ultimate balance of creamy, spicy, and tangy goodness. Perfect for parties, game days, or simply indulging in a bowl of guac at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe avocados
- 1 piece (juiced) lime
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 piece jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 piece large tomato, seeded and diced
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
Pour the fresh lime juice over the avocados to prevent browning.
Using a fork, coarsely mash the avocado to your desired texture, leaving some chunks for creaminess.
Add the finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, and jalapeño to the bowl, mixing gently to combine.
Fold in the diced tomato and chopped fresh cilantro, ensuring ingredients are evenly distributed.
Sprinkle in kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using), tasting and adjusting the seasoning as needed.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, or refrigerate the guacamole in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to prevent oxidation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.7 g | 167% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 3531 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
