Living in SoCal, it seems we have an endless supply of avocados year round. They are also incredibly affordable. California produces 90 percent of fresh avocados consumed in the United States. I'm not sure why we are not called the avocado state! Avocado is kind of like bacon - it makes everything better. However, I like it best in a simple guacamole.
This three ingredient guacamole is going to rock your world! It is so delicious and so easy, you'll be eating it everyday. All you will need to purchase is avocados, pico de gallo and a lime. A sprinkle of sea or kosher salt helps bring out all the flavors. The pico de gallo has tomatoes, onions, jalepeno, and cilantro. I prefer it's freshness to salsa. You can find pre-made pico de gallo in your produce section.
Today when I got home from the store with my ingredients, my ravenous 18 year old son yelled out food. So primal! Within 10 minutes I had him happily munching on this three ingredient wonder for lunch. It is perfect for lunch, a snack or as an appetizer at your weekend BBQ. I promise it will be gone in minutes.
3 Ingredient Guacamole
Prep time: 5 to 10 minutes (allow extra time for refrigeration if desired)
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup purchased pico de gallo
- 1 medium lime, juiced
- kosher salt to taste
- Cut avocados in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh into a medium bowl. Mash the avocado (I use a whisk) and stir in the pico de gallo and lime juice. Add salt to taste if desired. Serve with tortilla chips.
Check out more recipes for labor day from some of my favorite food bloggers and food network:
The Lemon Bowl: Lemon Garlic Chicken Kabobs
Bacon and Souffle: Roasted Shrimp Orzo
The Hungry Traveler: Ginger Vanilla Fruit Salad
Homemade Delish: Festive Champagne Punch
Dishin & Dishes: Savory Tomato, Roasted Garlic and Mozzarella Tart
Creative Culinary: Zucchini and Cream Cheese Casserole
TasteBook: Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad
Elephants and the Coconut Trees: Batter Fried Pepper with Tzatziki Sauce
Healthy Eats: 6 Fall-Forward Recipes for Your Labor Day Celebration
Domesticate Me: Lobster Avocado Toast
Taste with the Eyes: "Margarita" Salmon Burger with Tequila, Lime, and Hatch Chiles
Napa Farmhouse 1885: Grilled Shrimp & Peaches with Arugula Pesto
Red or Green: Spicy Greek Chickpea Spread
The Heritage Cook: Smoked Chicken Salad (Gluten-Free)
The Mom 100: Yogurt Berry Pops
FN Dish: The Last Hurrah: Grill Absolutely Everything on Labor Day
Bacon and Souffle: Roasted Shrimp Orzo
The Hungry Traveler: Ginger Vanilla Fruit Salad
Homemade Delish: Festive Champagne Punch
Dishin & Dishes: Savory Tomato, Roasted Garlic and Mozzarella Tart
Creative Culinary: Zucchini and Cream Cheese Casserole
TasteBook: Apple-Pecan Chicken Salad
Elephants and the Coconut Trees: Batter Fried Pepper with Tzatziki Sauce
Healthy Eats: 6 Fall-Forward Recipes for Your Labor Day Celebration
Domesticate Me: Lobster Avocado Toast
Taste with the Eyes: "Margarita" Salmon Burger with Tequila, Lime, and Hatch Chiles
Napa Farmhouse 1885: Grilled Shrimp & Peaches with Arugula Pesto
Red or Green: Spicy Greek Chickpea Spread
The Heritage Cook: Smoked Chicken Salad (Gluten-Free)
The Mom 100: Yogurt Berry Pops
FN Dish: The Last Hurrah: Grill Absolutely Everything on Labor Day
