MSG Free Mango Guacamole
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with bold flavor, this guacamole gets a tropical upgrade from sweet diced mango that balances the richness of ripe avocado in the best possible way. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed — avocados, lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, cumin, and a touch of olive oil — so there's nothing hidden to worry about. Store-bought dips and seasoning packets are notorious for sneaking in additives, but making guacamole from scratch puts you completely in control of what goes into the bowl. The technique is simple: mash the avocado base with the lime and seasonings first, then fold in the aromatics and finally the mango so those little cubes stay intact and juicy. A pinch of cayenne at the end gives you the option to dial up the heat without overpowering the fruity sweetness. This is the kind of crowd-pleasing dip that disappears fast at any gathering, and it's just as good spooned over tacos or grilled chicken as it is with chips.
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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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