Ginger Free Mango Guacamole
Creamy avocado meets juicy, sweet mango in a guacamole that feels like a serious upgrade from the classic bowl you're used to. The combination of fresh lime juice, cumin, and a kick of jalapeño keeps things bright and bold, while the mango adds little bursts of sweetness in every bite. It's the kind of dip that disappears fast at any gathering, whether you're scooping it up with tortilla chips or spooning it over tacos. Many store-bought dips and spice blends sneak in ginger as a flavor enhancer, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify — no hidden surprises. The technique is simple: mash the avocado base first, then gently fold in the aromatics and mango so those golden chunks stay intact and beautiful. A pinch of cayenne at the end lets you dial up the heat exactly as much as you want. Fresh, vibrant, and completely from scratch, this is the guacamole you'll want to make on repeat all summer long.
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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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