Cajun Guacamole

Proudly flaunting its regional pride, this spicy Cajun Guacamole features red peppers, cayenne, garlic and thyme.

Ingredients

• 1 cup finely diced red bell pepper
• 4 ripe, Fresh California Avocados*
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup small cherry tomatoes (cut in halves or quarters, if large)
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion
• 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chopped, fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 of that amount of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Set aside a small amount of the diced red peppers for garnish.
2. Coarsely mash (DO NOT PUREE) avocados; stir in lemon juice.
3. Fold in remaining ingredients.
4. Top with reserved tomatoes and serve.

Notes

* Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados, adjust the quantity accordingly.

Place in a bowl in the center of a serving plate and surround with celery stalks and cooked shrimp for dipping.

Guacamole is best made as close to serving as possible. For short-term storage, seal in an airtight container with a piece of plastic wrap directly against the surface of the guacamole.

Nutrition

Per serving: Calories 160; Total Fat 13g (Sat 2g, Trans 0g, Poly 2g, Mono 8g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 300mg; Potassium 532mg; Total Carbohydrates 11g; Dietary Fiber 7g; Total Sugars 2g; Protein 2g

Vitamin A 405 IU; Vitamin C 31mg; Calcium 21mg; Iron 1mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 83mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 50%; Calcium 8%; Iron 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: California Avocado Board