Guacamole – Being California transplants this comes natural.
Avocados found their origin in Southern Mexico, where they naturally grow. Because of this, guacamole was inherently created by the Aztecs who inhabited that region of Mexico. Avocados contain a lot of health benefits, natural fats, and nutrients. They are a high source of carbs and healthy fats and may even help with cholesterol and blood sugar levels. One serving of guacamole can act as a quarter of your daily fiber recommended intake. Obviously, the Aztecs did not know about the exact health benefits of avocados, but they were aware that eating avocados made them feel good. In some cases, avocados were even seen as an aphrodisiac.
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Guacamole
Being California transplants this comes natural.
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Servings: 4 1/2 cup servings
Calories: 262kcal
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 2 medium very ripe avocados, halved, seeded, peeled, and cut up.
- 1/2 small onion
- 1/2 can 4 oz can (1/4 cup) diced green chili peppers
- 1 tbsp snipped cilantro or parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2/3 cup finely chopped, peeled, seeded tomatoes (1 med)
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender container combine avocados, onion chili peppers, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic and salt
- Cover and process or blend till mixture is smooth, scraping the sides as necessary.
- If desired stir in tomatoes and transfer to serving dish. Serve immediately or cover and chill up to 24 hours, Serve tortilla chips makes 2 cups
Nutrition
Serving: 11/2 cup | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3.7g | Fat: 22.2g | Sodium: 596mg
