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Salsa guacamole is a fresh, vibrant mix of salsa verde and traditional guacamole. It’s a zesty avocado salsa recipe that you’ve got to taste to believe… if you love salsa, and you love guac, you’ve got to try this incredible avocado sauce!
It’s the ultimate combination of two of our favorite Mexican inspired dips – fresh salsa and homemade guacamole. It’s bursting with bright, beautiful flavor and sure to be the hit of your Cinco de Mayo fiesta!
There are few things I love more than a good topping, sauce, or dip. There’s just something so good about pouring those deliciously fresh ingredients on top of your tacos or dipping a tortilla chip into a bowl full of goodness.
Thankfully, there’s a never-ending stream of inspiration around here when it comes to Mexican flavors and dips of all kinds! Have you tried my cream cheese bean dip, chipotle corn salsa, or mango guacamole? And don’t miss this crema de cilantro – I literally want to pour it over ALL.THE.THINGS!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Love salsa as much as we do? Don’t miss this incredible round-up of salsa recipes… there’s one for any occasion!
In fact, if you’re looking for a complete Cinco de Mayo menu, I’ve got that covered too… don’t miss all of my favorite Mexican-inspired recipes rounded up in that post!
One thing I know for sure is that this guacamole salsa recipe is the best of both worlds. Why dip twice when you can combine the two for an explosion of flavor?
Creamy Salsa Guacamole Ingredients
- Small Tomatillos – Also known as a Mexican husk tomato, these little green fruits are full of the acidic flavor and texture required for a real salsa verde. Don’t be intimidated- you’ll just peel the husks, rinse away the film that covers the fruit itself, and slice and dice like a tomato. In fact, they’re easier than a diced tomato because they are much firmer to grip and slice.
- Serrano Chile – This is a green chile pepper that is hot… much hotter than a jalapeño, so be careful!
- Ripe Avocado – Choosing the perfect ripe avocado is easier than you might think. You’ll want the exterior to yield a little to the pressure from your hand. Learn How to Cut an Avocado here.
- Cilantro – Yes, I know that some people don’t like cilantro. I’m truly sorry for those people, because WOW it’s so good here! It’s a fresh, vibrant addition to any salsa or guacamole- don’t skip it!
- Lime Juice – Fresh lime juice is preferred here but not required. If you’ve got bottled on hand, that works too.
- Salt – Salt is really important in this recipe because it helps bring all the other flavors together. Salt to your taste preference.
How to Make Salsa Guacamole
It’s so easy… you’ll literally do some minimal chopping and throw it all into your food processor!
- Husk, rinse and halve your tomatillos.
- De-stem Serrano.
- Halve your avocado, de-seed and peel.
- De-stem your cilantro.
- Juice your lime.
- Combine in food processor and pulse until the consistency is to your liking. Add salt to taste.
- Serve with your favorite tortilla chips or veggies!
Variations
While this creamy avocado salsa recipe is delicious exactly as it is, you can spice it up and make it your own in a variety of ways!
- Want to add even MORE zesty flavor? Add a teaspoon of minced garlic or half of a white onion! (Chopped red onion works beautifully as well.) These additions will create a more complex flavor profile that I bet you’ll love.
- Make it a creamy guacamole salsa – Add a little sour cream! Just a dollop of sour cream goes a long way in this recipe.
- Don’t like cilantro? Simply omit.
- Too spicy? Use half of the Serrano chile pepper the recipe calls for, or switch to a jalapeño instead.
I could use this delicious dipping sauce in a million places, because it’s more than just the best topping for tacos, burritos and enchiladas. These are just a few of my favorites!
QUICK TIP: Try sliced jicama (you can often find it pre-sliced at Whole Foods) for a unique spin on a crunchy and healthy way to serve this dipping sauce!
It’s a great option to serve for parties because most guests appreciate having some fun munchies that can fit with any dietary restrictions they live with.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is salsa guacamole healthy?
Absolutely! In fact, this easy avocado salsa recipe fits into a variety of meal plans and diet lifestyles.
If you replace your favorite tortilla chips with carrots, celery or sliced bell peppers, this recipe is the perfect addition to your Keto or low-carb lifestyle.
Is salsa guacamole different from pico de gallo with avocado?
Yes, it’s very different. While the ingredients are quite similar, this salsa guacamole is a creamy, smoother sauce. Pico de gallo is rough cut chunks of tomatoes, onions, avocado and more!
How to Store
- At Room Temperature – This salsa can sit out at room temperature while serving for up to two hours.
- Refrigerate – Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 48 hours. Please note that some browning of the avocado can occur, however.
- Freeze – This recipe does not freeze well.
Dietary Considerations
- Gluten Free
- Dairy Free
- Nut Free
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Enjoy for Cinco de Mayo along with a skinny margarita or a classic homemade Margarita!
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Creamy Salsa Guacamole
Salsa guacamole is a fresh, vibrant mix of salsa verde and traditional guacamole made in minutes! Enjoy as a dip or to top your favorite tacos, burritos, taquitos and more!
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Ingredients
- 3 tomatillos small, husked, rinsed, halved
- 1 Seranno chile pepper de-stemmed
- 1 avocado ripe, halved, seeded, peeled
- ¼ cup cilantro de-stemmed
- ½ lime juice (approximately 1 tablespoon)
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Husk, rinse and halve your tomatillos.
- De-stem Serrano.Halve your avocado, de-seed and peel.
- De-stem your cilantro.
- Juice your lime.
- Combine in food processor and pulse until the consistency is to your liking. Add salt to taste.
- Serve with your favorite tortilla chips or veggies!
Tips
- Make it Zesty – Add a teaspoon of minced garlic or half of a red or white onion.
- Make it Creamy – Add a dollop of sour cream.
- Omit Cilantro
- Less Spicy – Use half of the Serrano chile pepper.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 46kcal (2%), Carbohydrates: 3g (1%), Protein: 1g (2%), Fat: 4g (6%), Saturated Fat: 1g (5%), Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 156mg (4%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 1g (1%), Vitamin A: 92IU (2%), Vitamin C: 6mg (7%), Calcium: 4mg, Iron: 1mg (6%)
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
Victoria Kinedinst says
most of the recipes look and sound delicious but I can’t find a list telling me how much of each ingredient is needed to make any of the of them.
Julie Blanner says
At the bottom of each post there’s a recipe card with all the ingredients and printable instructions. Enjoy!