Mock Guacamole
Elevate your dip game with this vibrant and ingenious recipe for Mock Guacamole, a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic favorite! Using sweet, tender peas as the base, this avocado-free guacamole is the perfect alternative for those looking for a budget-friendly, allergen-conscious, or lower-fat option—all while delivering irresistible flavor. Packed with fresh lime juice, zesty jalapeño, aromatic garlic, and a touch of ground cumin, this dip achieves a perfectly balanced, tangy, and slightly spicy profile. Finished with chopped onions and juicy tomatoes for texture, Mock Guacamole pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, crunchy veggie sticks, or as a spread in wraps and sandwiches. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for parties, game days, or a healthy snack. Try it today and surprise everyone with this clever and delicious pea-based guac!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons onion, finely diced
- 1 small tomato, finely diced
Instructions
Cook the frozen peas according to package instructions, typically by boiling or steaming until tender. Drain and allow them to cool slightly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked peas, lime juice, garlic clove, diced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin. Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
Transfer the pea mixture to a mixing bowl.
Gently fold in the finely diced onion and tomato to add texture and freshness.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if desired.
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or a slice of lime, if preferred.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1206 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1192 mg | 25% | |
*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.
