Guacamole with Tomatillos
A refreshing guacamole recipe with heart-healthy ingredients.
This guacamole dip is made with heart-healthy avocados, nutrient-rich tomatillos, cilantro and red chili peppers.
Serve this guacamole with homemade tortilla chips or your favorite store-bought baked chips. If you like this guacamole recipe, check out the recipes for Mexican Dip and Avocado Salsa, too.
Guacamole with Tomatillos
- 5 tomatillos, husks removed and washed
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
- 1-2 red chili peppers (depending on how hot you like it)
- 4 Hass avocados, peeled and pitted
- 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
- kosher salt and pepper to taste
In a blender or food processor, pulse tomatillos, cilantro and chili peppers until smooth. Mash avocados in a medium mixing bowl. Add tomatillo mixture to avocado. Sir in lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste.
Serves 10.
Per serving: 98 calories, 9 g fat (1 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 6 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 1 g protein, 4% Vitamin A, 30% Vitamin C, 1% calcium, 3% iron
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