This Gordon Ramsay Guacamole is a creamy, fresh, and bold recipe, which is made with ripe avocados, zesty lime, and fresh vegetables. It’s the perfect go-to dip, ready in about 10 minutes, plus resting time.
Jump to RecipeGordon Ramsay Guacamole Recipe Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced and deseeded
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- 3 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp minced garlic (optional)
- Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
How To Make Gordon Ramsay Guacamole Recipe
- Mash the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl. Add the salt and half of the lime juice. Use a fork or a potato masher to mash the avocados to your desired consistency—mostly smooth with some chunks is ideal.
- Add the Mix-ins: Gently stir in the finely diced red onion, deseeded tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and optional minced garlic.
- Season and Rest: Taste the guacamole and adjust the seasoning. Add more lime juice or salt as needed to balance the flavors. If you like a little heat, stir in a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Chill for Best Flavor: Cover the guacamole with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the dip to prevent browning. Let it rest in the refrigerator for 30–60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Serve the chilled guacamole with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, or with fresh vegetables.
Recipe Tips
- How do you get the perfect texture? The key is to use perfectly ripe avocados. They should yield to gentle pressure. Mash them with a fork to your preferred texture—whether that’s super smooth or with plenty of chunks.
- Why let the guacamole rest? Allowing the guacamole to sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes is a crucial step. It gives the flavors of the onion, garlic, cilantro, and lime time to meld together for a much more delicious and cohesive dip.
- How do you control the spice level? If you’re using cayenne pepper, add it a tiny pinch at a time and taste as you go. It’s easy to add more, but you can’t take it away.
- How do you keep it from getting watery? Deseeding the tomatoes before dicing them removes a lot of their excess water, which helps keep the guacamole thick and creamy.
What To Serve With Guacamole
This versatile and crowd-pleasing dip is perfect with a variety of foods:
- Classic: Tortilla chips for dipping.
- Topping: As a topping for tacos, nachos, burritos, or chili.
- Healthy Option: With fresh vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, and bell peppers.
- Breakfast: Spread on a thick slice of toast, with or without a fried egg on top.
How To Store Guacamole
- Refrigerate: The best way to store guacamole and prevent it from browning is to press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the entire surface of the dip, ensuring there are no air bubbles. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Guacamole Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 3g
Nutrition information is per serving and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
How do you keep guacamole from turning brown?
The acid from the lime juice is the first line of defense. The second, and most effective, method is to prevent air from touching the surface by pressing plastic wrap directly onto the guacamole before storing it.
Can I make guacamole ahead of time?
Guacamole is best made fresh, but you can make it a few hours ahead of time. Follow the storage tip of pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface and keep it chilled in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
What if my avocados aren’t ripe?
To ripen avocados more quickly, you can place them in a brown paper bag with a banana or an apple. The ethylene gas released by the fruit will speed up the ripening process.
Gordon Ramsay Guacamole Recipe
Course: Side DishCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes60
kcalA classic, fresh, and creamy guacamole with the perfect balance of ripe avocado, tangy lime, and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
3 ripe avocados
1 lime, juiced
1 tsp kosher salt
2 Roma tomatoes, diced and deseeded
½ cup finely diced red onion
3 tbsp chopped cilantro
1 tsp minced garlic (optional)
Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
- In a bowl, mash the avocado flesh with salt and half of the lime juice until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Gently stir in the diced red onion, deseeded tomatoes, cilantro, and optional garlic.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lime juice or salt as needed. Stir in cayenne if using.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- Using perfectly ripe avocados is the key to a creamy, not lumpy, guacamole.
- Letting the guacamole rest for at least 30 minutes allows all the fresh flavors to meld together.
- To prevent browning during storage, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the dip.
- Deseeding the tomatoes helps to prevent the guacamole from becoming watery.
