Paraben Free No-Cook Guacamole
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole comes together in minutes with nothing but a fork and a bowl. Every ingredient is whole and recognizable — ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, crisp red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro — so you know exactly what you're eating without having to decode a label. That matters more than people realize, since store-bought dips and condiments often contain preservatives and additives that those avoiding parabens and synthetic compounds are better off skipping entirely. The lime juice does double duty here, adding that essential tang while also keeping the avocado looking vibrant and fresh. A touch of cumin and diced roma tomato are optional, but both add depth and color if you're feeling it. Mash it chunky for texture or go smooth for a more dip-ready consistency — either way, the result is clean, satisfying, and genuinely hard to stop eating.
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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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