BHA & BHT Free Guacamole and Veggie Sticks
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole hits every note — rich avocado, zippy lime, a little heat from jalapeño, and the herby lift of cilantro all coming together in one bowl. The beauty of making it from scratch is that every single ingredient is whole and recognizable, with no preservatives or additives hiding in the mix. Many store-bought dips and packaged snacks rely on synthetic preservatives to extend shelf life, so whipping up your own is the cleanest way to keep things pure. Mashing the avocados to your preferred texture — whether chunky or silky smooth — makes this feel genuinely homemade rather than just functional. The rainbow of veggie sticks alongside it isn't just pretty; carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper each bring their own crunch and sweetness that make every dip more satisfying than the last. It works just as well as a party spread as it does a quick afternoon snack, and cleanup is minimal since the whole thing comes together in one bowl.
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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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