Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small tomato, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce for extra spice

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash: Use a fork to mash the avocados to your desired consistency (smooth or chunky).
  3. Add Ingredients: Add the red onion, tomato, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and ground cumin to the bowl.
  4. Mix: Stir the ingredients until well combined.
  5. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the spice level by adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce if desired.
  6. Serve: Serve immediately with tortilla chips, on toast, or as a side with your favorite dishes.

Nutritional Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: 170
  • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 4% of the Daily Value (DV)
  • Vitamin C: 20% of the DV
  • Calcium: 2% of the DV
  • Iron: 4% of the DV