With its smooth, creamy texture and vibrant flavor, guacamole makes for a nutritious and satisfying dip or spread. The main ingredient - avocados - provide healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health. Avocados are also packed with fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds. The other guacamole ingredients like onion, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice add an array of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Made fresh, guacamole retains all these beneficial nutrients. Together, the ingredients promote heart health, improve digestion, boost immunity, and more. Guacamole is truly a nutritious superfood dip that delivers major health perks.
Ingredients:
3 ripe avocados
1 medium tomato, finely chopped
Juice from half a lemon
A handful of chopped parsley and cilantro.
2 green onions, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup roasted eggplant, roughly chopped (optional)
Tortilla or rice sheets for serving
Instructions:
Remove the avocado from its skin and mash it with a fork to a smooth texture.
Add the tomato, lemon juice, herbs, spices and chopped eggplant. Season to taste.
Mix all the ingredients well.
Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Serve with tortilla, rice sheets, vegetable meatballs or salad