Anti Inflammatory Mango Guacamole
Creamy avocado meets sweet, juicy mango in this vibrant dip that feels like a serious upgrade to the classic bowl of guac. Every ingredient here pulls double duty — ripe avocados deliver healthy monounsaturated fats, fresh lime juice adds brightness while helping slow oxidation, and extra virgin olive oil brings a polished richness that ties everything together. Jalapeño, cumin, and a pinch of cayenne give it a gentle kick without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the mango. What makes this such a smart choice for reducing dietary inflammation is that every single component is a whole, minimally processed food — no hidden additives, no seed oils, no mystery preservatives. The technique is simple: mash the avocado base first, fold in the aromatics, then gently stir in the mango so those golden cubes stay intact and gorgeous. It comes together in minutes and serves six, making it an easy win for a crowd. Scoop it up with veggie sticks or your favorite chips and watch it disappear fast.
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6 servings
- 3 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced small (about 1 cup)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Scoop the avocado flesh into a large bowl. Add the lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some small chunks remaining.
- 2
Fold in the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro until evenly distributed.
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