This guacamole without cilantro is creamy, fresh, and incredibly easy to make with just four simple ingredients. It's perfect for anyone who doesn’t like cilantro, and this homemade guacamole is smooth, flavorful, and ready in minutes.

If you love guacamole but hate cilantro, this recipe is exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Why you'll Love This Delicious Guacamole

Guacamole is actually one of those easy recipes that looks intimidating but it really quite simple! You don't need to push a cart around your kitchen.

I'll walk you through how to make this easily at home and you’ll be topping your pork fajitas with guacamole on repeat!

You only need a handful of ingredients...4 if you don't count salt and pepper (I don't - you shouldn't either)

You asked and I listened! I've made a quick guacamole recipe without cilantro!

Why without cilantro? Well, if you're one of those people who think cilantro tastes like dish soap, you're gonna love this recipe!

That sentence right there? That may be the single weirdest sentences I've ever written.

Ingredients in this easy guacamole recipe without cilantro

Fresh and simple ingredients are the name of the game here and we only need a few of them!

ripe avocados
tomato
fresh lime juice - I prefer the taste of lime juice, but in a pinch you can also use fresh lemon juice, as the citrus is needed in this simple recipe
jalapeño pepper for a little spicy kick
salt and black pepper, to taste

Why This Guacamole Has No Cilantro

Some people experience a genetic trait that makes cilantro taste soapy or bitter. This recipe skips cilantro completely so everyone can enjoy fresh homemade guacamole without that flavor.

What Can I Use Instead of Cilantro in Guacamole?

If you still want extra flavor without cilantro, try adding chopped green onion, parsley, or a pinch of garlic powder. These options add freshness without overpowering the avocado.

Best Avocados for Guacamole

Hass avocados are the best choice for guacamole because they’re creamy, rich, and mash easily. Choose avocados that yield slightly when gently pressed but aren’t mushy.

About avocados

Did you know avocados are actually a fruit? That's right! They're from the same family as cinnamon and bay laurel, where bay leaves come from.

If you enjoy guacamole with your Mexican meals, you’ll want to have plenty of this fruit on hand.

Here in the midwest we can't grow avocados on tree, but we can pick up a Haas avocado at the grocery store - phew!

While I used to shy away avocados because they’re supposedly high in fat, I've been reading up more on them. Avocados are reported to help keep inflammation under control. They are also a monounsaturated fat which has been shown to lower the risk of heart disease.

Guilt free guacamole? Sign me up...we just can't eat the whole bowl 😉

How to check if an avocado is ripe

You can tell if an avocado is ripe by holding it in your hand and gently squeezing.

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It will yield slightly when ripe.

How to cut an avocado

The best way to cut it is by slicing around the length of the avocado and then twisting the halves to expose the seed.

To remove the seed, carefully poke a knife into the seed and twist. You can also use a spoon to remove the seed.

Squeeze behind the seed to remove the seed from the knife blade.

How to mash an avocado

Use a potato masher, a fork, or even a pastry blender to gently mash the fresh avocado.

Now you have a decision to make - do you want chunky consistency or creamy guac? There's really not a wrong answer here!

Voila! You have an amazing bowl of guacamole, perfect for dipping right away!

Guacamole Add-ins

This is a basic guacamole recipe, but of course there are guacamole additions you can make!

minced red onion or white onion
minced garlic
fresh cilantro leaves - hey, I'm not gonna stop you if you want to add it!
a dash of hot sauce - we all have our favorite brands. I'm gonna go with Chalula!
chopped red bell pepper
sour cream

How to Keep Guacamole From Turning Brown

Guacamole is best served right away, as it tends to brown as it sits.

To keep guacamole fresh and green, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface so air can’t reach it. Storing it in an airtight container also helps slow browning.

Some people claim putting the avocado pit in an airtight container will keep it from browning in the refrigerator.

What to serve with guacamole

Homemade tortilla chips, store bought tortilla chips or air fryer pita chips.

Use on avocado toast, alongside shredded chicken tacos or anything you'd find on a taco bar!

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