Mashed Avocado Spread

Mashed Avocado Spread

Creamy mashed avocados brightened with lime juice and a touch of salt.

Total 10 min Makes 8 oz Calories 120/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This simple spread comes together in minutes with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and a few pantry staples. Perfect for toast, sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables and chips, it delivers a smooth, tangy base that works for breakfast or snacking alike.

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon red onion, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Method

  1. Scoop the avocado flesh into a medium bowl.

  2. Add the lime juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the bowl.

  3. Mash the avocado mixture with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.

  4. Fold in the minced red onion and chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.

  5. Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed, then serve immediately or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed against the surface to minimize browning.

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Mashed Avocado Spread

This simple spread comes together in minutes with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and a few pantry staples. Perfect for toast, sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables and chips, it delivers a smooth, tangy base that works for breakfast or snacking alike.

10 min 8 oz 120 cal

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon red onion, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Method

  1. 1

    Scoop the avocado flesh into a medium bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the lime juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Mash the avocado mixture with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.

  4. 4

    Fold in the minced red onion and chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed, then serve immediately or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed against the surface to minimize browning.