Artificial Flavors Free Guacamole and Veggie Sticks
Creamy, bright, and packed with fresh flavor, this guacamole hits every note you want — rich avocado, a squeeze of lime, a little heat from jalapeño, and the kind of herby freshness that only comes from real cilantro and garlic. Every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, which means no mystery additives or synthetic flavor enhancers hiding in the mix. That matters more than people realize, since even "plain" store-bought dips can sneak in artificial flavoring agents to mimic the taste of real produce. Here, the flavor is entirely the real thing: ripe avocados mashed to your preferred texture, red onion for a little bite, and fresh lime juice to keep everything vibrant. The veggie sticks — carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper — are just as clean, adding crunch and color without any seasoning packets or coatings. It comes together in minutes and looks genuinely impressive on a platter, making it just as at home at a party as it is for a weekday snack. Simple, honest, and completely delicious.
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4 servings
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and finely minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
For the veggie sticks
- 2 medium carrots, cut into sticks
- 2 medium stalks celery, cut into sticks
- 1 medium cucumber, cut into sticks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
Instructions
- 1
Place the avocado flesh in a medium mixing bowl. Add the lime juice and salt, then mash with a fork to your preferred consistency — chunky with visible avocado pieces, or smoother with just a few lumps remaining.
- 2
Fold in the cilantro, red onion, jalapeño, and garlic until evenly distributed. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
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