Name: Homemade Guacamole
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 avocados (ripe, flesh only); 6 cherry tomatoes (cut into small pieces); ½ onion (¼ cup finely minced); 1 tablespoon parsley (finely chopped); ½ lemon (juice only); salt (to taste); black pepper (to taste)

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This is a simple homemade guacamole without cilantro. It’s an easy dip recipe that tastes best when fresh. The recipe for guacamole is easily customizable!

Julia dips a cracker into a bowl of homemade guacamole.

While there is no cilantro or lime in my guacamole recipe, they can be used, if you prefer. For a spicy kick, you can add jalapeno (always use less rather than more when trying it for the first time). Onion can be replaced with shallots for a milder flavor.

This homemade guacamole includes FAQs as well as easy appetizer recipe ideas you can make alongside this tasty dip.

Ingredients for a guacamole recipe: avocados, lemon, tomatoes, onion, parsley, salt and pepper.

How to make guacamole at home

First, mash the avocado flesh with a fork. I recommend using a medium-size mixing bowl as it is easier to mix everything around. You could use a soup bowl, but it will be more difficult to mix all the ingredients without spilling.

Then, add the rest of the ingredients and mix until well combined. Taste and add more seasoning, if it is needed. Avoid over-mashing for a more textured guacamole. When happy with its taste, you are ready to serve!

Pro Tip: For the best flavor, let the guacamole sit for about 15 minutes before serving. This gives the flavors time to meld together beautifully.

Julia is mashing avocados in a bowl with a fork, preparing guacamole with ingredients nearby.

How to keep guacamole from turning brown?

The discoloration starts the minute the avocado flesh is exposed to oxygen. You can reduce it or control it by using lemon juice. So the more you add, the lower the chance of your guacamole turning brown.

To keep your guacamole fresh and prevent browning, once it's prepared and in the bowl, press plastic wrap directly onto its surface, ensuring there are no air pockets. This creates a barrier that minimizes exposure to air, helping maintain its vibrant color and flavor.

Also, if you don’t serve it right away, make sure to store it in an airtight container, in the fridge.

However, if your guacamole dip turns brown, simply mix it well before serving.

Mixing guacamole ingredients, including avocado, tomatoes, onions and parsley, in a glass bowl.

How long does guacamole last?

Homemade guacamole is best enjoyed right away, but it should last 1-2 days, when stored properly.

Is guacamole healthy?

If you make guacamole from scratch at home, you can be sure it is healthy. It only contains fresh ingredients, which are always good for you.

Plus, avocados are nutrient rich and contain fatty acids (If you like to learn more, this article is quite helpful: Potential health benefits of avocados), so adding homemade guac to your diet will be beneficial to you!

Can you freeze guacamole?

While some people do this, I don’t recommend it. This is one of the easy appetizer recipes (or snacks) that is ready in minutes, so why freeze?

Freezing guacamole should be avoided as thawing will thin it quite a lot and it will not taste as good as fresh guacamole.

If you are planning a party where you want to serve a lot of foods including this guacamole without cilantro, I recommend choosing easy appetizers (hot or cold) or those that you can freeze without a problem, so you have time to make guac before serving.

There are a ton of easy party foods, that save you time or can be made in advance. Here are some of them:

Slow cooker spinach artichoke dip - this is pretty much a dump-and-go appetizer recipe that you can throw in your crock pot and forget all about it. Or, if you are looking for some meaty appetizers, try slow cooker sweet and spicy meatballs!

Garlic cheddar cheese dip - Can be served as a spread over crostini or freshly sliced French baguette. This is one of the quick dip recipes that can also be made ahead.

Cheese logs only take minutes to put together and serve a crowd and they are pretty customizable. These are my favorites:

These are only a few examples of easy appetizer recipes to show you that entertaining at home is easy and can be hassle-free if you choose the right selection of party foods. And more importantly, you will have time to prepare guacamole without freezing it!

A bowl of freshly made guacamole with diced tomatoes, a lemon wedge and crackers.

Serving suggestions

Classic Chips & Dippers: Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips or crunchy veggie sticks like carrot, cucumber and celery.
Tacos & Burritos: Use guacamole as a topping for tacos, burritos or fajitas for a creamy touch.
Burger Topping: Spread guacamole on burgers for a flavorful twist.
Toast: Use it as a base for avocado toast, topped with a fried egg, microgreens or cherry tomatoes.
Deviled Eggs: Turn classic deviled eggs into a crowd-pleasing twist by incorporating guacamole. Replace some or all of the mayonnaise with creamy guacamole. These guacamole deviled eggs are perfect for parties.