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A bowl of guacamole garnished with cilantro and diced onions is surrounded by blue and yellow tortilla chips. Lime wedges are visible in a small bowl beside the guacamole.

Easy No-Tomato Guacamole Recipe – Creamy, Flavorful & Authentic

Sarah Allison
A fresh, authentic guacamole recipe without tomatoes that lets the creamy avocado shine through. Perfect balance of heat, acid, and salt.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6

Ingredients
 

  • 3 ripe avocados
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeds removed and finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) Diamond Crystal Kosher salt; for table salt, use about half as much by volume or the same weight
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into mixing bowl.
  • Mash avocados with fork, leaving some chunks for texture.
  • Add diced red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and garlic powder.
  • Add lime juice, salt, cumin, and coriander (if using).
  • Gently fold all ingredients until well combined.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
  • Let rest 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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Notes

  • Choose avocados that yield slightly when gently pressed for perfect ripeness
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days
  • To prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole
  • For extra heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in or add a dash of cayenne pepper
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 438mgPotassium: 525mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 241IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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