Chunky Guacamole

Get your guac on with this tasty chunky guacamole recipe. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table!

Do you love guacamole but can never seem to make it just right? Well, have no fear—we’ve got your back with our delicious Chunky Guacamole Recipe.

Not only is this recipe super easy and packed with flavour, but every bite is guaranteed to be bursting with chunks of ripe avocado.

Keep reading for all the tips you need to know for making this mouthwatering dish that will become a favourite in your home kitchen!

Why You Will Love This Chunky Guacamole

• Simple and fresh ingredients
• Quick and easy to make
• Great flavour and texture
• Perfect appetizer or snack
• Versatile and adaptable
• Creamy, tangy, salty, and delicious

Guacamole Variations

• Add a tex mex twist by including black beans and corn.
• Grill or roast your avocado and/or tomatoes first to intensify the flavours.
• Make it sweet and spicy by including diced mango and pineapple in place of the tomato.
• Give it a Mediterranean twist by swapping the tomatoes for chopped sundried tomatoes and olives.
• Make it creamier by adding a quarter cup of plain Greek yogurt.

Tips for Making the BEST Homemade Guac

• Only use ripe Hass avocados. Larger avocados tend to have less fat content and won’t give you that rich creamy flavour and texture that you want in a guacamole.
• If you can only get under-ripe avocados just toss them in a paper bag with bananas to speed up ripening.
• For an even chunkier guacamole, set aside one or two avocados and dice them instead of mashing them with the rest. Fold them in carefully just before serving.
• If you want a smooth guacamole simply throw it all in a blender or food processor.
• Want spicy guacamole? Include some of the seeds from the jalapenos!
• Serve with dippers like tortilla chips or fresh vegetables or as a topping for tacos, fajitas and more!
• Adjust to your own tastes. Taste before you serve and adjust as needed.
• Feel free to add a little cayenne pepper to the guacamole for a little more added heat.

How to Store Chunky Guacamole

Guacamole is best served right after preparing it, so if you are serving guests do not try to make it ahead of time.

Leftover chunky guacamole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. To prevent your guacamole from going rancid, you should store it in an airtight container and press a sheet of plastic wrap over the surface of the dip. This will help keep out any extra oxygen that could spoil the dip.

You can also squeeze a bit of lemon or lime juice over the top of your guacamole before storing it to further prevent oxidation. If stored properly, your chunky guacamole will stay delicious and flavorful for three days in the fridge.

Can You Freeze Guacamole?

Freezing guacamole isn’t recommended due to its high water content, which can cause it to become watery and mushy after it thaws., if you want to freeze guacamole for future use, it’s best to do so without any added ingredients such as tomatoes, onions, or jalapeños.

To freeze the dip, scoop portions of the guacamole into freezer bags, removing as much air from them as possible. You can also freeze it in ice cube trays and then pop the cubes out when they’re frozen solid and store them in a sealed bag. To thaw guacamole, place it in the refrigerator overnight or until it is fully defrosted.

About the Ingredients for Chunky Guacamole

Avocados – We used four Hass avocados. Hass are the best option for making guac as they are creamy in texture and offer great flavour. Make sure they are just perfectly ripe.

Onion – I like the sweet zing that red onions add. If you aren’t a huge red onion fan simply soak your diced onions in cold water for awhile to take out the sharpness.

Tomatoes – Use roma tomatoes for making guac. They are meaty and hold together well.

Cilantro – I actually really hate cilantro, it tastes like soapy parsley to me but I do prefer my guacamole with it. Probably because you get just a hint of it compared to something like pico de gallo. You can totally omit it though, I get it!

Jalapeno – Once jalapeno’s are seeded I find them pretty mild in spice level, but they have a unique flavour that adds a lot to guacamole. Serrano’s are a great swap that I think work well.

Garlic – Use only fresh garlic, garlic powder won’t do.

Limes – Freshly squeezed lime juice is best but bottled lime juice works in a pinch, although the flavour is a bit different.

Salt – Enhances the flavour of the guacamole.

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How to Make Chunky Guacamole

Yields: 6 cups | Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe Hass avocados
• 1 medium lime, juice
• ½ medium red onion, diced
• 2 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

Halve the avocados by slicing lengthwise around the pit. Twist the two halves to separate them and discard the pit. Scoop the flesh into a large bowl.

Use a potato masher to roughly mash the avocados slightly to the consistency you prefer.

Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl.

Fold together carefully. Adjust to taste as needed, then serve.