ITALIAN GUACAMOLE

Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission

Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts turn this guacamole into an Italian-style fun family favorite.

Preparation: 0 min
Cook Time: 0 min
Total Time: 0 min
Serves: 8

Ingredients

  • 4.0004 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded and peeled
  • 1.0001 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
  • 2.0002 Tbsp. shredded fresh basil leaves, or about 1/3 that amount dried
  • 0.333 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.250¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
  • 0.250¼ cup toasted pine nuts
  • 1.0001 tsp. salt

Instructions

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

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with crispy bread sticks or crostini.

*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 200; Total Fat 18 g (Sat 3 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 3 g, Mono 10 g); Cholesterol 5 mg; Sodium 380 mg; Potassium 521 mg; Total Carbohydrates 9 g; Dietary Fiber 6 g; Total Sugars 0 g; Protein 4 g; Vitamin A 274 IU; Vitamin C 11 mg; Calcium 81 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 80 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 6%; Vitamin C 20%; Calcium 8%; Iron 4%

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