Print It| Add to Favorites| | Pin It

Chunky Guacamole

by Tony Rosenfeld

read reviews (1)

There are few dishes as simple yet easily varied as guacamole. This version lets the flavor and texture of the avocado shine through, amply reinforced with cilantro, red onion, and a splash of lime juice. It can be set out as a dip, used as a garnish for tacos or chili, or spread on sandwiches and burgers Makes 2-1/2 cups

Get a quick and delicious recipe every day with our FREE Make it Tonight newsletter Make it Tonight Recipe

tomatoes onions cilantro more more

1 medium tomato, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1/2 small red onion, finely diced (about 3 Tbs.)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
3 Tbs. fresh lime juice
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
2 large Haas avocados (about 1 lb.), cut into 1/2-inch dice

In a medium bowl, toss the tomatoes with the onion, cilantro, lime juice, red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp. salt, and let sit for about 5 minutes. Add the avocado and gently mash it into the tomato mixture with a fork. Serve immediately.

photo: Maren Caruso

From Book Big Buy Cooking , pp. 150

August 4, 2010