Nitrate & Nitrite Free Mango Guacamole
Guacamole is one of those dishes that feels instantly festive, and this version takes it somewhere even brighter by folding in sweet, juicy mango alongside the creamy avocado. The combination of fresh lime juice, jalapeño heat, and fragrant cumin creates a dip that's layered and complex without requiring anything complicated. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed — fresh produce, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a handful of spices — so there's nothing hidden to worry about, which makes it a genuinely clean choice for anyone avoiding cured or preserved additives. Store-bought dips and salsas can be surprisingly tricky territory, often relying on preservatives to extend shelf life, but making this at home means you control exactly what goes in the bowl. The trick is mashing the avocado to a chunky-smooth texture first, then gently folding in the mango so those little cubes stay intact and give you a burst of sweetness in every bite. A pinch of cayenne at the end lets you dial up the heat to your liking. Serve it right away with tortilla chips, spoon it over tacos, or pile it onto grain bowls — it disappears fast either way.
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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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