BHA & BHT Free Easy Vegan Guacamole
Few dips deliver the kind of crowd-pleasing satisfaction that a fresh, well-made guacamole does, and this version is as clean and vibrant as it gets. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed — ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro — which means you're naturally sidestepping the synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT that sneak into so many packaged and store-bought versions. That's actually one of the trickier things about finding a truly additive-free guac: even pre-made refrigerated dips often contain preservatives to extend shelf life. Making it yourself takes just minutes and puts you in complete control of what goes into the bowl. The lime juice does double duty here, brightening the flavor while also helping keep that gorgeous green color intact. A little jalapeño brings gentle heat, the cumin adds an earthy undertone if you're feeling it, and the whole thing comes together with nothing more than a fork and a good mash. Serve it immediately for peak freshness, and don't be surprised when it disappears fast.
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4 servings
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground cumin (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Scoop the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl. Add the lime juice and salt, then mash with a fork to your preferred texture — chunky with visible pieces, or smoother with just a few lumps remaining.
- 2
Fold in the red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and ground cumin, if using, until evenly distributed.
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