Grilled Guacamole
That Fajita Feel in A Guacamole
Guacamole is a classic dip that’s perfect for any occasion – from game day snacks to backyard barbecues. While it’s always delicious, have you ever thought about grilling the ingredients for a unique twist on the classic recipe? Grilling the avocados, onions, and jalapenos adds a smoky flavor that takes this guacamole to the next level.
Flavor-wise, think of mixing your guacamole with the subtle smoky flavor of fajitas. The avocados become soft and smoky, the onions get sweet and charred, plus the jalapenos become milder and charred over the flame of the grill. It’s a great combination and makes a wonderful addition to a snacking tray or a tex-mex inspired meal, like grilled cilantro chicken or fish tacos.
Tips for Making the Perfect Grilled Guacamole
If you plan on making this recipe, here are a few tips to make it the best!
- Make this your own! If there’s an ingredient you love, add a little more to it. This recipe also makes a great base that lends itself to adding more flavors - like tomatoes, cotija cheese, or toasted pumpkin seeds.
- Watch your grill temperature as you cook - you definitely want to get the smokey grill flavor on the food without over cooking them. Right around the midpoint will be your sweet spot!
- Watch how small you cut your produce before putting it on the grill. Give each piece as much surface area as you can to get more char marks.
- If you’d like to save any leftovers, transfer any remaining guacamole into a glass container, place a piece of plastic wrap over the top, making sure the plastic touches the top of the dip to help stop any browning. Keep in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Recipe Details
To prepare this five ingredient guacamole, first get all of your produce ready. Cut your avocados in half and remove the pits, halve the onion, chop the cilantro, and halve the lime.
Grill the avocados, onions, and jalapeno on the grill over a medium heat. The avocados will grill for about 10 minutes, 5 minutes on each side starting on the fruit side. Give the onions and jalapenos about 15 minutes, grilling on all sides.
Once all of the ingredients have cooked, let them cool slightly so they’re easy to handle. Remove the skins from the avocado, squeeze the lime halves over the top, and mash lightly. Once mostly mashed, chop teh onions and jalapenos and add to the avocado mix. Add a pinch of salt and stir to combine. Serve with your favorite chips and enjoy!
Grilled guacamole is perfect for dipping tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burgers, or grilled chicken. The smoky flavor from the grilled ingredients adds a depth of flavor that you won't find in a traditional guacamole recipe. Plus, it’s a great way to use your grill to make a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer.
Try this recipe out at your next barbecue or gathering and watch your guests devour it in no time! Don’t forget to snap a photo and share it on Instagram – tag @lauralovestocook and let me know how it turned out!
A five ingredient guacamole that incorporates a smokey, grill-flavor into the dish. A perfect addition to a summer barbecue.
- 2 large avocados
- 1/2 white onion
- 1 jalapeno
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
- 1-2 limes
- salt, to tast
Cut each avocado in half and remove the pits, cut the onion in half, chop the cilantro, and cut the limes in half.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once warmed, place the avocado fruit side down, the onion, and the whole jalapeno onto the grill. Let grill for 5 minutes and then carefully flip each ingredient to the other side.
Grill for an additional 5 minutes and remove the avocado. Flip the jalapeno and onion to a third side, if desired, and grill for another 3-5 minutes. Remove from the grill and let cool.
Roughly chop the grilled onion. Remove any charred pieces from the skin of the jalapeno and chop. Remove the fruit from the skin of the grilled avocados and place in a bowl.
Squeeze the lime over the avocado and mash lightly with a pestle, fork, or potato masher (I’ve used a molcajete like this one).
Add the chopped onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and a pinch of salt and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking and serve with tortilla chips or on the side of grilled chicken.
