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MEET THE GROWERS
Chuck Bandy
McMillan Farm Management
Temecula, California
Chuck Bandy is the avocado division manager at McMillan Farm Management. He is a partner in 30 acres of avocados. Chuck was born and raised in Escondido where he observed his father as a grower. Chuck majored in political science at San Diego State...
THANKSGIVING GUACAMOLE
Categories
- Guacamole & Dips,
- Appetizers & Snacks
This recipe is
- Vegan
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Low in Sodium
Less than 140 mg of sodium per serving.
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Low Fat
5% DV or less (10g of a 2,000 calorie diet).
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Low Calorie
Less than 40 calories per serving.
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Kid-Friendly
Kids can prepare.
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Vegan
Vegan or total vegetarian diet includes only foods from plants: fruits, vegetables, beans, peas, grains, seeds, and nuts.
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Preparation
0 min
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Cook Time
0 min
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Total Time
0 min
Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission
Cranberries and jalapeño chiles make this a festive guacamole for the holidays or any day.
Ingredients
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4.000
4
ripe, California Avocados, seeded, peeled and coarsely mashed
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2.000
2
(7-oz.each) cans salsa verde (green salsa)
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0.333
⅓
cup
chopped fresh cilantro or Italian parsley leaves
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
fresh lemon juice
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4.000
4
tsp.
finely chopped jalapeño chiles, seeded and deveined
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2.000
2
tsp.
coarse garlic salt
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1.000
1
cup
dried cranberries, soaked in hot water, drained and squeezed dry
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
finely chopped white onion
Instructions
- In a medium bowl combine avocados, salsa verde, cilantro or parsley leaves, lemon juice, jalapeño, and garlic salt.
- Stir in cranberries and onion.
Serving Suggestions:
Lighten up your holiday meal by offering fresh veggie dippers along with the guacamole.
*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 13 g (Sat 2 g, Trans 0 g, Poly 2 g, Mono 8 g); Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 410 mg; Potassium 453 mg; Total Carbohydrates 24 g; Dietary Fiber 7 g; Total Sugars 12 g; Protein 2 g; Vitamin A 158 IU; Vitamin C 11 mg; Calcium 14 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 79 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 4%; Vitamin C 20%; Calcium 2%; 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.
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