This chunky guacamole is thick, fresh, and full of flavor. Made with big pieces of creamy avocado, it’s perfect for dipping, topping, or serving on the side of almost anything!
Chunky guacamole is the perfect topping for spreading on sandwiches or adding to fish tacos and burritos. It delivers consistent flavor in every bite and is perfect for a delicious dip before meals.
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Hass Avocados vs. Florida Avocados
Although there are many types of avocados, a great bowl of guacamole starts with Hass avocados. Do not get the giant shiny green Florida avocados for your guac.
Hass avocados, the smallish, dark kind found in grocery stores nationwide, have bumpy skin that turns black when ripe. They're rich, creamy, and have a higher fat content than the big green ones.
On the other hand, Florida avocados are much larger, have bright green, shiny skin, and can weigh up to 2 pounds. Varieties include Booth, Lula, and Taylor.
Florida avocados are also have more water, they're lower in fat and have a mild, slightly nutty taste. When picked fresh, they are one of the most delicious fruits available.
However, Florida avocados are great for stuffing with tuna or shrimp salad. For a bowl of guacamole, you need a higher fat content to get the taste you want, so go with the Hass avocados!
What You Need
- Garlic
- Kosher salt
- Ripe Hass Avocados
- Onion (yellow, white, or red)
- Cilantro
- Fresh lime juice
- Jalapeno pepper
See recipe card for quantities.
Equipment Needed
- Wooden cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Mixing bowl
- Fork
How To Make Guacamole with 3 Avocados
This recipe calls for 3 avocados. If you’re serving more people, just double or triple the ingredients. The proportions stay the same—just make more of it!
- Crush garlic with the side of a broad knife on a wooden cutting board. Pour salt over the garlic and chop until minced. The salt bulks up the garlic making it easier to mince into a smooth paste.
- Mash avocado until smooth in a big bowl with the back of a fork. Mix in the garlic.
- Add onion, jalapenos, lime juice, and cilantro to the bowl; stir to combine.
- Season with additional salt to taste.
Variations
- Creamier Texture: Add a tablespoon of cream cheese, sour cream, or Greek yogurt. Mash until smooth.
- Spicy Guacamole: Include finely diced serrano or habanero peppers.
- Zesty Kick: Mix in a pinch of ground cumin or smoked paprika. You can also add the seeds from the jalapeno for extra heat.
- Garnish: Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
Tips for Success
- Use ripe Hass avocados for the best texture and flavor.
- Mash avocados first before adding other ingredients to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before refrigerating to keep guacamole green.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your chunky guacamole with tortilla chips and veggie sticks as a topping for tacos, burritos, or seared chicken breasts or with quesadillas and fajitas.
Add a bowl of Mexican slaw and cilantro lime crema and you have a whole fiesta!
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container with a tablespoon of avocado oil poured over the top.
Cover with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface to prevent browning. It will keep fresh for one or two days in the refrigerator.
Pairing Ideas
Try our favorite recipes to pair with your creamy guacamole:
- Amazing Blackened Chicken Tacos
- Healthy Shrimp Tacos with Pico de Gallo
- Easy Blackened Snapper Tacos Recipe
- Pan Fried Yellowtail with Almond Flour Crust
- Crispy Pan Fried Mahi Mahi Recipe
- Pan-Seared Chuck Steak Recipe
- Air Fryer Snapper with Old Bay
- Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi
- Roasted Yellowtail Snapper with Old Bay
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Summary
This chunky guacamole recipe is perfect for anyone who loves avocados.
Mexican guacamole is simple and authentic. It's made with avocados, garlic, lime, salt, cilantro, and jalapeño, highlighting fresh, natural flavors.
It's loaded with fresh ingredients and big chunks of creamy avocado, making it delicious as a dip, topping, or side dish.
Use ripe Hass avocados to get the best flavor and texture.
You can pair this guacamole with tacos, burritos, grilled fish, or chicken.
It's easy to make and fun to customize with spices or extra heat if you like it spicy.
If you have leftovers, store them the right way to keep your guacamole fresh and green for up to two days. This recipe is simple, healthy, and sure to be a hit at any meal or party!
Chunky Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (3-4 cloves)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 Haas avocados
- 3 tablespoon minced onion yellow, white, or red
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and deveined, finely chopped
- juice of one lime or more to taste
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Crush garlic with the side of a broad knife on a wooden cutting board. Pour salt over the garlic and chop until minced.
- Mash avocado until smooth in a big bowl with the back of a fork. Mix in the garlic.
- Add onion, jalapenos, lime juice, and cilantro to the bowl; stir to combine.
- Season with additional salt to taste.
