This simple Guacamole without Cilantro is perfect for people who hate cilantro & proof that you can make restaurant-worthy guacamole without it! Made with fresh ingredients and ready in about 10 minutes! Serve it with tortilla chips, use it as a dip for vegetables, or add it to burrito bowls or taco salads.
As a dietitian who lives in Texas, I love making Tex-Mex recipes with fresh flavor! But I have a handful of friends who just hate the taste of fresh cilantro! Some people are genetically sensitive to the soapy-flavored aldehydes in cilantro and for them, even a small amount of cilantro tastes like soap.
The good news is that you can make guacamole that still has great flavor even without cilantro using creamy avocado, a juicy ripe tomato, and zesty lime juice. This is the best guacamole recipe I make for my cilantro-hating friends!
Serve this cilantro free guacamole with Shredded Chicken Tacos, in a Southwest Chicken Rice Bowl, or on top of a Sweet Potato Turkey Skillet or Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potato!
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Key Ingredients and Substitution Ideas
This homemade guacamole recipe is made with simple ingredients. Below are some ingredient notes. Check the printable recipe card at the bottom for ingredient measurements.
- Avocado - fresh avocado is the main ingredient! Nutritionally, avocado provides heart-healthy fatty acids, dietary fiber for gut health, and many other important nutrients including antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium, Use a ripe hass avocado for best results.
- Roma Tomatoes - I use Roma tomatoes, a type of plum tomatoes. They tend to have more "meat" meaning they have less juice and seeds so they hold together better in recipes like guacamole. With that said, use any variety of fresh tomatoes you prefer and is accessible for you. Campari tomatoes and heirloom tomatoes will work. And cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes are good options for the winter when tomatoes aren't in season.
- Red Onion - Red onion adds a bit of sweetness and crunch. If you prefer, use white onion, yellow onion, green onion, or scallions instead.
- Fresh Lime Juice - fresh lime juice adds brightness and a tangy flavor. You can substitute it with lemon juice or even do a combination of the two.
- Garlic Powder - I prefer using garlic powder instead of fresh garlic here because it's a bit more concentrated and a little goes a long way. Fresh garlic absolutely works too. If you use fresh, grate it or finely mince it.
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper - A little bit of salt and pepper ties the flavors together!
How to Make Guacamole without Cilantro
Below is the step-by-step recipe for how to make this easy recipe with some visuals that I hope are helpful! Don't forget to check out the recipe card at the bottom for the full recipe.
- Step 1: cut the avocado in half and remove the avocado pit. Remove the avocado flesh from the skin and add it to a large bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher.
- Step 2: finely dice the tomato and red onion. Add it to the mashed avocado with the fresh lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Give everything a good mix.
Hint: you can easily remove the avocado pit with a large spoon!
Dietitian Tip
If you like your guacamole extra creamy, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt! This makes it creamier and adds some protein, too!
Variations
The great thing about this guacamole without cilantro is you can customize the recipe to your liking. Below are some suggestions for variations, but feel free to get creative.
- Spicy - add jalapeno for a little kick. If you want it even spicier, use serrano or habanero peppers. Or add some hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Deluxe - add cotija cheese, feta cheese, red bell pepper, black beans, or white beans to amp it up.
- Protein - add in Greek yogurt or whip some cottage cheese in a food processor and add it to the rest of the ingredients. This will add protein and also add some flavor and texture to this creamy guac!
Ideas for Serving Guacamole without Cilantro
Once you make a batch of this easy guacamole recipe, you can use it in so many different ways! Below are some ideas, but feel free to get creative.
- As a Delicious Dip - serve this guacamole as a great appetizer on game day. Add a large bowl of your favorite tortilla chips or fresh vegetables like jicama sticks, carrot sticks, or celery. Its one of my favorite dips!
- On Avocado Toast - guacamole goes perfectly on a slice of toast with some eggs or cottage cheese added on top as a great way to get in some extra protein!
- Add it to Tacos or Fajitas - add a big scoop to shredded chicken tacos, fajitas shrimp tacos, or fish tacos.
- On top of Tostadas or Nachos - take your tostada or enchilada game up a notch by adding this guac on top! This would be great for nachos, too.
- In Burrito Bowls - amp up the flavor on a Southwest Chicken Burrito Bowl with cilantro lime rice and black bean & corn salsa.
- On Soups or Chilis - swirl a bit of it into Mexican-inspired soups and chilis in the fall and winter. It pairs beautifully with my Turkey Veggie Chili.
Storage
- Refrigerator - store leftover guacamole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To prevent browning, add an extra squeeze of lemon or lime juice to the top of the guacamole.
Expert Tips
- Be sure to use a ripe avocado! Check out the FAQs below for help choosing a ripe avocado.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Mash the avocado first before adding the other ingredients. I suggest doing this with a fork and don't overdo it. It should have some texture.
- Finely dice the red onion and roma tomatoes so they mix more cohesively with the avocado flesh.
- It can be easy to add too much salt. So start with a little and add more to taste as needed.
- Use fresh lime or lemon juice instead of bottled. It makes a big difference in giving the end product the best flavor.
FAQ
While healthy means something different to everyone, this is a nutrient-rich option. Avocados provide dietary fiber, healthy fats, antioxidants, magnesium, and vitamin K. Tomatoes add powerful antioxidants and vitamin C, and lime juice contains ascorbic acid. This recipe is also gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan.
There are a few different methods but what it comes down to is creating a barrier between the surface of the guacamole and air. Put a thin layer of water, olive oil, or extra squeeze of lime juice on top of the dip and then drain it off before serving. Or you can stick a layer of plastic wrap to the surface of the guacamole before storing in an airtight container.
Good avocados are key to making the best homemade guacamole. According to the Hass Avocado Board, the best way to tell if fresh avocados are ripe is if they yield to gentle pressure. It shouldn't be mushy, but not hard either. So give it a gentle squeeze and if it feels slightly soft, it's ready to use.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Guacamole without Cilantro (Easy How To)
Equipment
- 1 sharp knife
Ingredients
- 3 large avocados
- 2 roma tomatoes
- ½ small red onion
- 2 small limes, juice of
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the avocado pit. Remove the avocado flesh from the skin and add it to a large bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher, leaving it a bit chunky.
- Finely dice the tomato and red onion. Add it to the mashed avocado with the fresh lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Give everything a good mix. Add salt or more lime juice as needed.
- Hint: you can easily remove the avocado pit with a large spoon!
Notes
- Be sure to use a ripe avocado! According to the Hass Avocado Board, the best way to tell if fresh avocados are ripe is if they yield to gentle pressure. It shouldn't be mushy, but not hard either.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Mash the avocado first before adding the other ingredients. I suggest doing this with a fork and don't overdo it. It should have some texture.
- Finely dice the red onion and roma tomatoes so they mix more cohesively with the avocado.
- It can be easy to add too much salt. So start with a little and add more to taste as needed.
- Use fresh lime or lemon juice instead of bottled. It makes a big difference in giving the end product the best flavor.
- Refrigerator - store leftover guacamole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To prevent browning, add an extra squeeze of lemon or lime juice to the top of the guacamole.
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