When the sun’s out and the grill’s on, no appetizer disappears faster than a good guacamole.
If you’re packing a picnic basket, prepping for a BBQ, or throwing together snacks for an impromptu patio hang, having a quick flavorful dip recipe in your back pocket is a game-changer. This recipe keeps things simple: creamy avocado, a hit of lime, fresh onion and tomato, and just enough jalapeño to wake up your taste buds. It’s easy, crowd pleasing, and comes together in minutes.
So, to get your summer party prep started right, ¡HOLA! got this recipe directly from Chef Merito, the beloved LA-based Mexican brand whose seasonings add serious flavour to everything from backyard carne asada to the L.A. Dodgers’ stadium’s iconic nacho helmet.
So get ready for your summer weekends, the step-by-step recipe is right below, so you can whip it up in just minutes.
Chef Merito Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 medium avocados
- ¼ cup tomato, seeded, finely chopped
- ¼ cup onion, diced
- 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. Chef Merito Lime Juice
- 1 tsp. Chef Merito Garlic Salt (or sprinkle to your liking)
Preparation:
- Mash the avocados to get the consistency you like — a fully mashed and creamy guacamole is recommended.
- Add all the ingredients into a medium mixing bowl and blend them together.
- Cover guacamole and place in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, to allow the flavors to come alive.
- Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!