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Celery-Spiked Guacamole with Chiles

4.7

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Fresh celery lightens this guacamole and adds some serious crunch.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    5 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

4 avocados, chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
2 serrano chiles, seeds removed if desired, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 small red onion, chopped, divided
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus leaves for serving
Kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Mash avocados, celery, chiles, garlic, lime juice, 1/2 of onion, and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro in a medium bowl to desired consistency; season with salt. Top guacamole with remaining onion and cilantro leaves.

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