Avocado is that one fruit that pairs perfectly with various types of flavors and textures. Guacamole, the traditional dish served at every Mexican fiesta is the ideal appetizer where the creamy avocado flavor can be enhanced with a medley of nuts, cheeses and fruit.
This Fruity guacamole recipe highlights the fruits in your fruit bowl. The apples, pears and dried cranberries are enveloped in smooth and mild avocado, balanced by the spice of Serrano chile, fragrant cilantro and sharpness of red onion. All together, you have a delightful marriage of flavors worthy of any celebration.
Fruity Guacamole
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 3 small avocados, peeled, pitted and flesh removed
- 1 Serrano chile, finely diced
- 2 limes, juiced
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup Honeycrisp apple, chopped
- 1/4 cup Red Bartlett pear, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine onion, cilantro, avocado flesh, Serrano, lime juice and salt. Mash with fork combining all ingredients. Fold in cranberries, apple and pear pieces until thoroughly mixed.
- Serve with tortilla chips or spread on tostadas.
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