Authentic Guacamole with Fresh Avocado and Pico de Gallo

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

A vibrant, creamy dip made with ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, and zesty lime, perfect for any gathering. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, blends avocados, tomatoes, onion into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 8, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 medium, ripe avocados
• 2 medium, diced tomatoes
• 1/2 medium, finely diced onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp chili powder

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a bowl. Mash with a fork until chunky but creamy.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and garlic. Stir in lime juice, salt, and chili powder. Mix thoroughly.
3. Step 3: Fold the tomato mixture into the avocado until well combined. Serve immediately with warm tortilla chips.