Guacamole Salad

Guacamole Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish that reimagines classic Mexican guacamole as a chunky, scoopable salad. It typically features diced avocado, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice, often with added jalapeños or corn for texture. This variation originates from Mexico, where avocado-based dishes have been enjoyed for centuries.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It's naturally high in healthy monounsaturated fats from avocados, providing a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins like C and K. A typical serving (about 1 cup) contains roughly 200-250 calories, with minimal carbs and protein.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	360 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	20 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	13 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	750 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Vitamin K	35 mcg
Folate	120 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Magnesium	45 mg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it highlights the versatility of the avocado, a fruit central to Mesoamerican cuisine for over 5,000 years. Nutritionally, its healthy fats can help enhance the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins from other ingredients in the salad.