If you’ve never added apple to guacamole before, this one’s worth trying. The green apple brings a sweet-tart crunch that plays off the creamy avocado, kind of like the mango or pineapple you’ve seen in other guacamole recipes, but with more crunch.
This apple guacamole comes together in about 10 minutes with no cooking involved. It’s great for fall potlucks or watching football, served with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
- Avocados – Use ripe avocados that yield to gentle pressure. If they’re still firm, let them sit at room temperature for a day or two before making this.
- Green Apple – Dice it small and even, into about 1/4-inch pieces, so it distributes throughout the guacamole instead of having a giant piece in one bite. Leave the peel on for color and texture.
- Jalapeño – Remove the seeds and ribs for a milder dip, or leave them in if you want more heat.
- Lime Juice – Freshly squeezed is best for flavor. It also helps keep the avocado and apple from browning.
- Red Onion – If raw onion is too sharp for your taste, soak the diced onion in cold water for 10 minutes and drain before adding. It takes some of the bite out of the onion.
- Cilantro – leave it out if you’re not a fan. It won’t change the texture, just the flavor.
Use the Right Apple
Stick with a tart, crisp apple like Granny Smith for this recipe. The tartness balances the richness of the avocado, and the firm texture holds its crunch even after it’s diced and mixed in. A softer, mealier apple, like Red Delicious, won’t give you the same bite.
Expert Tips
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface, then pour about an inch of water on top of the plaster grab before sealing the container. The water keeps oxygen out, so the guacamole doesn’t brown. Pour off the water before serving.
I don’t recommend freezing. Both the avocado and apple lose their texture once thawed and turn watery and mushy.
Serving Suggestions
Don’t just stop at chips with this one. Pile it on top of crockpot shredded beef tacos for a sweet, tart crunch against savory beef. Spoon it over blackened fish tacos with avocado crema if you want to double down on the avocado. It’s also a fun surprise to set out on a fall harvest charcuterie board next to the cheese and crackers. People won’t expect apple in their guac, but they’ll keep coming back for more.
Apple Guacamole
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados - peeled and pitted
- ¾ cup green apple - diced into ¼-inch pieces (from about ½ large green apple)
- ¼ cup cilantro - chopped
- ¼ cup red onion - finely diced
- ½ jalapeño - seeded and finely diced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash 3 ripe avocados with the back of a fork.
- Stir in ¾ cup green apple, ¼ cup cilantro, ¼ cup red onion, ½ jalapeño, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Taste and dress with salt or lime juice if needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
I never thought about adding apple to Guac! I love guac so I will give this a go… tonight actually! I’m having tacos so a great opportunity!
Lottie xx
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I LOVE guacamole-and putting Apples in it sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much!!
Until I ate pumpkin guacamole at this great restaurant in Scottsdale and craved it for three days I after I would have said to you. “Do not mess with guacamole!” I will definitely try this. Great post!
Pumpkin guacamole sounds soooo good!!!!
I’m definitely making this! (without onions because I don’t care of them 🙂 ). I loooove guacamole. I did one with peaches for the summer and now apples will be perfect for fall!
I have never heard of such a thing, but yes! this looks amazing!!
Why have I never thought about doing this before? You are a genius.
xoxo, Christina (Copy Her Style)
I can’t wait to try this, love the addition of apple for fall!
This sounds delicious!! Thanks for sharing!
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No scrunched face here – that sounds absolutely delicious! I’ll look forward to trying it in a few weeks.
That sounds so delicious!! I’ve never thought of putting apple in guacamole before, but I love both so I imagine it would be amazing! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Yum! This is such a fresh and original take on guac. Definitely need to give it a try soon!
I really like the addition of the apple.
First, I can’t believe I missed National Guacamole day! I love avocados and anything they are a part of. Second, this recipe is so interesting! I love the green apple addition and think it will make an epic guac! I look forward to trying your recipe in my belated-guacamole day I just decided I am having! 🙂
Haha thanks Cassandrea! I think I’ll also celebrate a belated national guacamole day with you… You know… For moral support! (And more guac!)
I have two ripe avocados waiting for some love and a few apples too so this can be great for lunch or snack tomorrow. Am curious to taste the flavor combination 🙂
You know, I was a little curious (read: scared) about this idea, but I think you’ve convinced me to give it a try! I love fruit and I love guacamole, so I’m game! Thanks for the unique idea 🙂
Yummm! I can almost smell it. I bet it is delicious.
Yum! I bet this is so delicious! Delicious guac with a green apple crunch – I can’t wait to try it!
This is such a brilliant idea, I can’t wait to try your recipe!
Ooh, I definitely want to try this! Such a cool idea.