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CALIFORNIA GUACAMOLE

Rating
4.20000 of 5 Serves 4
Preparation
10 min
Cook Time
0 min
Total Time
10 min

Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission

Just beyond the famous coastal landmarks lie the rich inland valleys of California. Incorporating goat cheese and pistachios, this very California guacamole satisfies a regional preference for fresh and flavorful.

Nutritional Info

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Ingredients

  • 2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded and peeled
  • ½ cupfinely crumbled, chilled, fresh white goat cheese
  • ¼ cupchopped, fresh cilantro
  • 2 Tbsp.chopped, toasted pistachio nuts
  • ¼ tsp.crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Coarsely mash (DO NOT PUREE) avocados.
  2. Fold in remaining ingredients.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with fresh vegetables for dipping.

Beverage Pairings:
Try with your favorite California wine.

*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.

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 against the surface of the guacamole.

Nutrition Information per Serving

Nutrition Information Per Serving: Calories 210; Total Fat 18 g (Sat 4.5 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 2 g, Mono 10 g); Cholesterol 5 mg; Sodium 65 mg; Potassium 492 mg; Total Carbohydrates 9 g; Dietary Fiber 6 g; Total Sugars 1 g; Protein 6 g; Vitamin A 352 (IU); Vitamin C 8 mg; Calcium 41 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 (IU); Folate 81 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 15%; Calcium 4%; 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.

Comments

California Guacamole
I used 12 CA avocados to prepare 3 different recipes for a picnic. This was voted the best!
Submitted By: Richard - May 5, 2010

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