Guacamole and Chips

Prep 20 min
Total 1 hr 20 min
Servings 11

Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Add something tangy to your family's Mexican night! Serve avocado dip with tortilla chips - a traditional appetizer! MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated May 4, 2018

Ingredients

jalapeño chilies

ripe large avocados

tablespoons lime or lemon juice

tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

1/2

teaspoon salt

Dash of pepper

clove garlic, finely chopped

medium tomatoes, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)

medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1/2

bag (13 1/2 ounces) baked tortilla chips

Steps

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1

Remove stems, seeds and membranes from chilies; chop chilies. Cut avocados lengthwise in half; remove pit and peel. Place avocados in medium glass or plastic bowl; mash.
2

Stir in chilies and remaining ingredients except tortilla chips. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors. Serve with tortilla chips.

Expert Tips

2 tablespoons canned chopped green chilies can be substituted for the jalapeño chilies.
“A healthy dip—now that’s an important part of snacking. I love chips but stay away from dips because they are so high in fat. But with this dip, I don’t have to worry about that.” Marilyn B.
For an even lighter “guacamole” with no fat and 5 calories per serving, substitute a 15-ounce can of asparagus cuts, drained then blended or processed in a food processor until smooth, for the avocados. Stir in 1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 130
Calories from Fat: 45

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 5g; 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 4% Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg; 0%
Sodium: 240mg; 10%
Potassium: 290mg; 8%
Total Carbohydrate: 19g; 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12% Sugars 1g
Protein: 3g

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 6%; 6%
Vitamin C: 15%; 15%
Calcium: 0%; 0%
Iron: 6%; 6%

Exchanges:

1 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choice

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

More About This Recipe

Arguably the world’s best appetizer, guacamole has been around since the Aztecs started serving it up. It seems everyone has their own unique take on guacamole — some avoid garlic and onion at all costs while others add sour cream! This version comes straight out of Betty Crocker’s Heart Healthy Cookbook and features lots of fresh ingredients. You’ll need two ripe avocados, which can be tricky to cut. But have no fear, Betty here with tips for making the best guacamole, so you can to handle these fruits the easy (and safe) way. To truly enjoy guacamole, chips are a must, so serve this guacamole with your favorite tortilla chips. And for more ways to make this dip, check out Betty’s best guacamole recipes.