Super Bowl Guacamole Pico Gallo (Printable version)

Fresh guacamole blended with lime, spices and topped with a tangy pico de gallo for bright flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Guacamole

01 - 4 ripe avocados
02 - 1 small lime, juiced
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

→ For the Pico de Gallo

08 - 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
09 - 1/4 medium red onion, finely diced
10 - 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ To Serve

14 - Tortilla chips or crudités, as desired

# Directions:

01 - Halve and pit the avocados, then scoop the flesh into a large bowl. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth while maintaining a slightly chunky texture.
02 - Add lime juice, salt, ground cumin, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix gently to avoid bruising the tomatoes.
04 - Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl and spread evenly. Top with the prepared pico de gallo, distributing it across the surface.
05 - Present with tortilla chips or vegetable crudités for dipping. Enjoy while fresh for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The texture contrast between creamy guac and crunchy fresh pico creates something magical
  • People will hover around this bowl like it's the most important thing happening on game day
02 -
  • Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface if you need to make this ahead, it keeps the air away and prevents browning
  • The guacamole needs to be made first, then topped, or the pico will make everything watery and sad
03 -
  • A serrano pepper instead of jalapeño will kick up the heat level significantly
  • If your avocados are not quite ripe enough, leave them on the counter for a day or two

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