Easy Guacamole Recipe Without Cilantro
Mix avocados, lime juice, tomato, and onion in one bowl to make this easy guacamole. This homemade guacamole is best served right away, but you can chill it for a bit if you’re making it ahead.
Not everyone loves cilantro, and that’s okay. This version keeps the flavor bright and fresh, minus the herb that can taste soapy to some people.
Ready in about 10 minutes, it uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
We love to add it to tacos, serve it with tortilla chips, or eat it straight from the bowl. It’s also great spread on avocado toast when you want something quick.
How to make guacamole without cilantro
That’s it. No blender. No food processor. Just fresh ingredients and a fork.
Tips for the best results
- If the avocados are ripe, they should give slightly when you press near the stem end.
- Taste and adjust salt at the end.
- Add extra lime juice if it tastes flat.
- Keep the texture slightly chunky for better mouthfeel.
How to keep guacamole from turning brown
The key to keeping guacamole from turning brown is limiting air exposure. Press plastic wrap right onto the surface and keep it in an airtight container.
A thin layer of lime juice on top before sealing helps slow the browning, too.
How long does it last?
Homemade guacamole lasts about 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator when stored properly.
It may darken slightly on top, but you can scrape off any browned layer and stir the rest underneath.
Can you freeze homemade guacamole?
Technically, yes. However, freezing changes the texture and makes it softer and slightly watery once thawed. If you do freeze it:
- Skip the tomatoes and onions before freezing.
- Store in a freezer-safe container with air pressed out.
- Freeze up to 3 months.
- Thaw in the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
For best flavor and texture, fresh is always better.
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Ingredients
- 2 avocados
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed; about 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon white onion, diced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder, optional
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
- Scoop the avocados out of the peels and place them into a large bowl. Add the lime juice, and use a fork or potato masher to combine the ingredients until the avocado reaches the desired texture.2 avocados1 tablespoon lime juice
- Add the diced tomatoes, onions, and seasonings and stir to combine.2 tablespoons roma tomatoes1 tablespoon white onion¼ teaspoon salt⅛ teaspoon onion powder⅛ teaspoon garlic powder⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Serve with chips, on tacos, or with quesadillas.