Pomegranate Avocado Guacamole
Creamy, buttery textured, tart and sweet all at the same time. This guacamole is a delicious twist for fall when pomegranates are in season. Try it as an afternoon snack or while watching your favorite game.
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds arils
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro leaves
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped shallot or onion
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice, remove seed, peel and dice the avocado. Place diced avocado in a medium bowl. Add the pomegranate seeds, cilantro, shallot or onion, lime juice, salt and pepper and gently stir together. For a creamier guacamole, add the diced pieces to a bowl or mortar and pestle. Mash avocado as much as you prefer, then add the rest of the ingredients.
Notes
Serving ideas: Serve with corn chips or cucumber slices sliced long on the diagonal to work like a chip for dipping. You can even dollop the guacamole into small lettuce cups.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 363mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg