Super Bowl Guacamole Pico (Print Version)
Fresh guacamole layered with bright pico de gallo for a lively and easy snack everyone enjoys.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ For the Guacamole
01 - 4 ripe avocados
02 - 1 small lime, juiced
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
→ For the Pico de Gallo
08 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
09 - 1/4 medium red onion, finely diced
10 - 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ To Serve
14 - Tortilla chips or crudités, as desired
# Directions:
01 - Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a large bowl. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth while maintaining slight chunks for texture.
02 - Add lime juice, salt, cumin, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all seasonings. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix gently to avoid bruising the tomatoes.
04 - Transfer guacamole to a serving bowl and spread evenly. Top with the pico de gallo mixture, distributing it across the surface.
05 - Present immediately with tortilla chips or vegetable crudités for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The pico de gallo topping keeps every bite bright and refreshing instead of heavy
- People literally hover around the bowl until it's gone every single time
02 -
- Pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface keeps guacamole green for up to 24 hours
- The pico de gallo should be made just before serving so it stays fresh and crunchy
03 -
- Reserve one avocado pit and tuck it into the guacamole to help keep it green longer
- A sprinkle of smoked paprika over the top adds beautiful color and subtle smokiness