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Friends, I’ve made you something green, chunky, and vastly versatile. Something seriously scrumptious. Totally tasty.
You can make it a snack, a meal, a dip or a spread. Really. Just add some cold beverages and good company and you’re destined for a glorious Summer night. I did that for YOU!
It’s healthy too – so it won’t make you feel so bad about breaking up with the gym this weekend. Or eating half a chocolate cake with sweet creamy coffee at 7 am. Or abandoning the whole “eat better and get a booty like Pippa Middleton” plan.
… that was my plan.
Did I mention this green flavor bomb is creamy-buttery-smooth-dream town?
And there isn’t a single ounce of cream or butter?! gasp. And, it has GOOD fats in it!! Say it with me, GOOD FAT. Simple, spicy, avocado magic.
Sweet diced mango adds a sunny burst of color and flavor. Mangos are ferociously sexy right now. Fleshy, plump, and bursting with juicy goodness, the way they should be. This dreamy stone fruit plays something deliciously fierce against the fiery heat of the jalapenos.
Wait. You brought the chips, right?
I hope you got fresh, salty ones. Stale corn chips really do this dip an injustice.
Don’t be like me and pull out that bag (you know, the one all the way at the back of the cabinet that you ripped opened after too many tequilas and then forgot to chip clip shut. yea, that one) and try and pass them off as fresh. You will notice. Your guest will totally notice.
They won’t say anything, (unless you do first) because they are your guest after all. And i’m sure they don’t want to look like a huge chip snob jerk face. Ya know? But deep down they will be wondering why the heck you would make such an amazing dip, only to serve it up with stale, crisp-less chips.
Whhhyyyyy???
So just buy new chips, please please please. Please? This is me begging. And, asking nicely. Because it’s that important, and I only want the best for you! You could also toast up some baguette and slice it thinly, which is what I ended up doing in the end. Just be sure to take small bites of the baguette and CHEW… like a human, not a horse, lest you pull a jaw muscle and then feel the need to whine about it for the next 45 minutes- You know who you are.
I really wish I was eating this right now. I wouldn’t use chips. Or bread. Just a spoon. I would scoop it straight from bowl to mouth, happy as a clam.
What I’m trying to tell you is, I think you should make this for dinner, or a snack, or as an appetizer for your next party, and then invite me over. I’ll bring the chips, fresh ones. Promise.
Spicy Mango Guacamole
Ingredients
- 4 ripe avocados, cut in half and pitted
- 1/3 cup ripe mango, diced finely
- 2 limes, juiced
- 3/4 cup of cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, minced
- 1 large jalapeno, diced very finely
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon finely ground sea salt, more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, more to taste
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife carefully halve the avocados, remove the pits, dice the avocado inside the skin, and then scoop out into bowl. Add in the mango, lime juice, garlic, onion, cumin, salt, and pepper to avocado and gently stir/mash to combine all the ingredients. Add cilantro and stir. Taste to see if more spices are needed, then serve.
Considering my adoration for avocados, it really works out that they are actually good for you. I could eat them on/with anything. This guac sounds amazing, and I love the addition of mangos. Great choice in beer, btw. 🙂
Thank you Caroline; you are always so sweet my dear! The mango and beers made it a night worth remembering… and the cute boy too.
Mango and avocado combination is the best. You made me craving for this salsa! 🙂
Hi Nami! If you are craving it, it’s super easy to whip up! I think it took me 20 minutes for everything to be ready and on the table.
Oh I absolutely adore avocado! And mango! What a delicious combination!
Thank you Maria! I too adore those two, especially combined.
This is a killer combination for guacamole. Mango and avocado sounds so good
Hey there Kat! It ended up being killer indeed! The mangos sweetness added a nice contrast to that burning jalapeno; guacamole love.
What a great idea! I love mango and I love guacamole – of course they’d go great together! And I SO agree about stale chips – a definite no-no.
Hi Courtney! Ha, I’m glad you are on my side here; those corn chips were a total dud. The guacamole is great with bread too, or even on a sandwich. I’ve been dreaming of spreading it on a big, juicy burger.
This does look seriously delectable – fresh, healthy and gorgeous green. Great photos (and I’m a fan of Stella too!)
Hi Kelly! There is nothing like a gorgeous and guilt free treat, is there? Stella is such a great beer; we all deserve a little time to relax and unwind with a few cold ones.
Avocado! Hurrah! Looks like a delicious variation.
Hi Corrie,
Avocado does deserve a little “hurrah” doesn’t it?! It was quite delicious, and sadly only lasted about 13 minutes between two of us… if that is telling you anything about the taste.
Oh Maris, we have that in common dear; Stella is a perfect way to wind down for the evening.
This looks wonderful…. but the whole “eat better and get a booty like Pippa Middleton plan’ rocks my socks off! HA! 🙂
Thanks Julie, but seriously- that girl is a workout workhorse; if only we had the time the royals do! (sigh) Tomorrow is always another day… another chance to get it shakin’ to the gym!
Yum! The addition of mango sounds like it really adds a nice fruity twist!
Mango works great because it’s fruity, but blends well and doesn’t overwhelm the already great flavor combinations.