Turmeric Free Mango Guacamole
Creamy, bright, and just a little tropical, this guacamole takes the classic dip somewhere genuinely exciting. Ripe mango folded into mashed avocado brings a natural sweetness that plays beautifully against the heat of jalapeño and the tang of fresh lime juice. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a touch of cumin give the base real depth without leaning on any warming spices that might otherwise sneak into store-bought versions or spice blends. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to certain yellow-hued spices, this recipe is completely clean — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The technique is simple: mash the avocado base first, then fold in the aromatics and mango gently so the fruit holds its shape and delivers little bursts of sweetness in every bite. A pinch of cayenne at the end is totally optional, so you can dial the heat up or down to suit the crowd. Serve it immediately with chips, tacos, or honestly just a spoon — it disappears 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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