Citric Acid Free No-Cook Guacamole
Creamy, vibrant, and ready in minutes, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears before you can even set the bowl down. Ripe avocados get mashed to your preferred texture — chunky and rustic or silky smooth — then layered with fresh lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro for a dip that tastes genuinely alive. For anyone avoiding citric acid, the good news is that the brightness here comes entirely from fresh-squeezed lime rather than any processed acidulant, so you know exactly what you're working with. Store-bought dips and seasoning packets are notorious for sneaking in additives, which makes a simple no-cook recipe like this one a real relief. The optional cumin adds a subtle earthy warmth, and diced roma tomato brings a little sweetness and color if you're in the mood. Everything comes together in a single bowl with a fork — no blender, no stovetop, no fuss. Taste, adjust the salt, and serve immediately for the freshest, most vibrant result possible.
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4 servings
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and finely minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground cumin (optional)
- 1 roma tomato, seeds removed and finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the avocado flesh to a medium mixing bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, mash to your preferred texture — a few rough strokes for chunky, or more thorough mashing for a smoother result.
- 2
Add the lime juice and salt to the mashed avocado and stir to combine.
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