Homemade Guacamole

Ingredients

• 3 ripe avocados
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/2 red onion, finely diced
• 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

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   1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.

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   2. Add the lime juice and mash the avocados with a fork to your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).

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   3. Fold in the diced red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeños, and garlic.

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   4. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.

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   5. For the best flavor, cover with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface of the guacamole (to prevent browning) and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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   6. Serve with tortilla chips.

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   Tip: If not serving immediately, save one of the avocado pits and place it in the center of the guacamole to help prevent browning.