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CLASSIC GUACAMOLE
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This recipe is

  • Low Sodium
  • Vegan

  • Low in Sodium

    Less than 140 mg of sodium per serving.

  • Low Fat

    5% DV or less (10g of a 2,000 calorie diet).

  • Low Calorie

    Less than 40 calories per serving.

  • Kid-Friendly

    Kids can prepare.

  • Vegan

    Vegan or total vegetarian diet includes only foods from plants: fruits, vegetables, beans, peas, grains, seeds, and nuts.

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84 Ratings | 3 Comment(s)

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  • Preparation

    10 min

  • Cook Time

    0 min

  • Total Time

    10 min

Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission

Cumin, tomatoes and onion uncover the secret to classic guacamole.

Ingredients

  • 4.000 4
    ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded and peeled
  • 2.000 2 Tbsp.
    lemon juice
  • 1.000 1
    clove garlic, crushed
  • 1.000 1
    tomato, finely chopped
  • 0.250 ¼ cup
    finely chopped onion
  • 0.125 ⅛ tsp.
    ground cumin
  • 3.000 3
    drops hot pepper sauce
  • 0.000
    Tortilla chips

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Instructions

  1. Using a fork, coarsely mash avocado with lemon juice and garlic.
  2. Stir in remaining ingredients to blend.

Serving Suggestions:
Garnish as desired and serve with tortilla chips.

Beverage Pairings:
Try with a local California beer or wine.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Nutrition information per serving

Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories 150; Total Fat 13 g (Sat 2 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 2 g, Mono 8 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 10 mg; Potassium 452 mg; Total Carbohydrates 9 g; Dietary Fiber 6 g; Total Sugars 1 g; Protein 2 g; Vitamin A 141 IU; Vitamin C 13 mg; Calcium 16 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 78 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 2%; Vitamin C 20%; Calcium 2%; Iron 4% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Comments

  • Tacos

    This was fantastic spooned of ground beef tocos with salsa.

    Submitted By Micheal - Jun 29, 2011

  • Delisious

    this recipie was fantastic! Great for partys!

    Submitted By bob - Jun 25, 2011

  • Great

    very good and classical, really brings home the avocado

    Submitted By Tammala - Mar 30, 2011

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