MSG Free Avocado Dip

Total time10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(16)

Creamy, bright, and packed with fresh flavor, this avocado dip is the kind of thing that disappears from the bowl before you even sit down. Ripe avocados get mashed to your preferred texture — rustic and chunky or silky smooth — then lifted with zingy lime juice, fragrant ginger, and a warm hint of turmeric that makes it feel a little unexpected. Scallion greens and fresh cilantro round everything out with a clean, herby finish that store-bought versions simply can't replicate. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no need to squint at a label hunting for hidden flavor enhancers or additives. The lime juice does double duty, keeping the color vibrant and adding that essential brightness that balances the richness of the avocado. A final squeeze of lime and a scatter of fresh cilantro before serving takes it from simple to stunning. Whether you're scooping with chips, spreading on toast, or dolloping alongside grilled food, this one earns a permanent spot in your rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

3 ripe avocados
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
¼ tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp salt, plus more to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh lime juice, for serving (optional)
2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl. Add the lime juice immediately to prevent browning.
2
Mash the avocados with a fork or potato masher to your preferred texture — leave some chunks for a rustic dip, or mash more thoroughly for a smoother result.

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