Roasted Jalapeno Guacamole is an easy Mexican side dish and dip. Low carb and healthy and with a mild spice, it was made for sharing! Oven roasted jalapenos are mixed with avocados, cilantro and lime juice for a zingy and fresh flavor. Quick to make with just a handful of ingredients.
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This recipe was first published in March 2019 and has been updated with an improved recipe and new pictures.
Guacamole is a staple in Mexican cuisine, in fact, it's history dates all the way back to the Aztecs, and quite honestly, no party is complete without a bowl of the green stuff and piles of tortilla chips!
This homemade guacamole recipe is livened up with oven roasted jalapenos. When roasted, the jalapenos become very mild in spice, meaning that this is a dip that the whole family can enjoy. You just get a great peppery flavor, but none of the heat. Lime juice and zest and chopped cilantro give this guac a great fresh and zingy flavor.
Quick and easy to make with just a few basic ingredients, this comes together in no time at all, and is a great accompaniment to all of your Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes.
Perfect for Cinco de Mayo and game days, be sure to make double as it will disappear quickly!
Be sure to check out my other party food recipes too. Shishito Peppers and Sticky Chicken Wings are two firm favorites!
Why you will love this recipe!
- Quick and easy: This guacamole recipe is so easy to make with a few everyday ingredients.
- Healthy: Packed full of healthy fats, vitamins and minerals, this is one dip that you can enjoy guilt free!
- Dietary info: Roasted jalapeno guacamole is vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free. With under 15g of carbs per serving it's a great option for those following a low carb diet.
Ingredients
The beauty about Guacamole, is that it's super simple to put together - simply mash and chop a few raw ingredients and you're done!
- Jalapenos: Jalapenos add a little heat to this guac, but it's more about the flavor. if you remove the seeds, you'll have quite a mild dip.
- Avocados: Try and use ones that are just perfectly ripe so that they are easy to mash and at their most delicious!
- Lime: We use both the juice and zest in this recipe
- Cilantro: If you don't like cilantro, you can use parsley instead to get that fresh and herby flavor.
- Seasonings: Salt and garlic powder.
How to make Jalapeno Guacamole
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- Roast the jalapenos (photo 1).
- Mash the avocados with the lime and seasonings (photo 2).
- Stir in the roasted jalapenos and cilantro (photo 3).
Recipe Variations
This roasted jalapeno guacamole recipe is pretty delicious as it is, but you can easily adapt it to suit your tastes.
- For those of you that aren't jalapeno fans, you can easily make this recipe and just omit them. This will also make the dip lower in carbs.
- Leave in the jalapeno seeds if you like things spicier.
- If you are not a cilantro lover, swap it out for some fresh parsley so you still get that herby freshness.
- If you are in a pinch, you can use jarred pickled jalapenos. These tend to be spicier than roasted fresh jalapenos, so use with caution!
- Chopped fresh tomatoes or corn kernels are also a great addition to guac!
Frequently Asked Questions
I oven roasted the jalapenos til soft and slightly charred, this will take around 15 minutes. You can also air fry the jalapenos at the same temperature in a slightly shorter time. Let them cool so that you can handle them easily.
You don't have to remove the skins, but you can if they peel off easily. Cut the stalk off of the jalapeno and slice in half lengthways. Use a spoon or knife to remove the seeds ( you can leave some in if you like things spicier). Cut each half into long thin strips and then finely chop (mince) in the other direction.
Despite the addition of jalapenos, this guac recipe is definitely on the mild side. Roasting mellows their spiciness, so you get their flavor rather than their heat. Even those sensitive to spicy foods should have no trouble with these.
Personally I prefer a little chunk in my guac. I mash the avocados with a fork and don't overdo it so there's still a bit of texture. If you prefer it smoother, just mash it til you reach your desired consistency. Use ripe avocados that give a little when you squeeze them so that they are easier to mash.
Serving Suggestions
Tortilla chips are the perfect vessel for guac when you are serving it at a party as finger food, pita chips and vegetable sticks are also a great choice,
If you have any left from the night before, spread it on your toast or bagel in the morning. It's also great to add as a topping to other Mexican dishes like:
Make Ahead and Storage
Avocados have a reputation for going bad quickly once cut, so unfortunately this dip doesn't last for too long. The acid in the lime juice will keep green and not brown too quickly, so you are good to make it a couple of hours before serving. Keep it covered and refrigerated.
We had some of this left over when I made it, so I covered with cling film and popped it in the fridge overnight. It was still good for the next day, but I probably wouldn't leave it any longer than that.
Guacamole does not freeze well and is best avoided.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Use the freshest ingredients you can for the best tasting guacamole.
- Taste the guacamole as you are making it and adjust the salt as necessary.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge and keep covered to prevent browning.
- If you aren't able to lay your hands on fresh jalapenos, you can use the jarred ones. Just chop finely and stir into the guac. Take care though as these will be spicier than fresh roasted jalapenos.
This roasted jalapeno guacamole recipe is quick, easy and so fresh and tasty! Mild in spice but loaded with flavor, this one is a hit, however you serve it!
More jalapeno recipes!
- Crispy Jalapeno Fries
- Sweet Jalapeno Poppers
- Savory Pancakes with Bacon and Jalapeno
- Stuffed Sausage Roll with Cheese & Jalapeno
- Bacon Jalapeño Popcorn
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Jalapeno Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 jalapenos
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 lime (juice and zest)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 to 3 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Pre heat the oven to 400f / 200c.
- Put the jalapenos on to a baking tray and put in the pre heated oven for around 15 mins until they have softened and are slightly charred.
- Meanwhile, cut the avocados in half, remove the stone and scoop the flesh into a large bowl. add the lime juice and zest, and mash until you have the desired consistency.
- Add the garlic powder and salt to the avocado and mix well. Taste and add more salt if required.
- When the jalapenos are ready carefully (they are hot!) cut the stems off, open them up and de-seed them. Finely chop the jalapenos and mix into the guacamole with the chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Use the freshest ingredients you can for the best tasting guacamole.
- Taste the guacamole as you are making it and adjust the salt as necessary.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge and keep covered to prevent browning.
- If you aren't able to lay your hands on fresh jalapenos, you can use the jarred ones. Just chop finely and stir into the guac. Take care though as these will be spicier than fresh roasted jalapenos.
- Nutritional values are based on 1 of 4 servings and are an approximation.
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