Homemade Guacamole with Roasted Jalapeño and Lime

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

A creamy, zesty guacamole featuring roasted jalapeño for smoky heat and fresh lime juice for vibrant brightness, perfect for dipping or topping tacos. This Mexican snack recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, blends ripe avocados, jalapeño pepper, and lime juice 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 180 calories and feeds 6, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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
• 1 jalapeño pepper, roasted and seeded
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1 small tomato, seeded and finely chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Place 1 whole jalapeño pepper in the skillet and roast, turning occasionally for 5-6 minutes until the skin blisters and blackens. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and let steam for 5 minutes. Peel off skin, remove seeds, and finely chop the jalapeño.
2. Step 2: Cut 3 medium ripe avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a medium bowl. Add 3 tbsp fresh lime juice and mash with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp salt, 1 minced small garlic clove, 1 finely chopped small tomato, and the chopped roasted jalapeño. Mix gently to combine and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if desired.