Prepare to revolutionize your snack game with a guacamole recipe that will make your taste buds dance and your guests marvel! This isn't your ordinary dip - it's a culinary adventure that transforms the classic Mexican appetizer into a sophisticated flavor symphony. By combining the creamy richness of avocados with the unexpected sweetness of cherries, the bold punch of Gorgonzola, and the earthy crunch of walnuts, you'll create a guacamole that's both familiar and thrillingly unique.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup pitted cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the ripe avocados in half lengthwise, carefully remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
- Using a fork, mash the avocado flesh until it reaches a slightly chunky consistency, leaving some small pieces for texture.
- Add the fresh lime juice to the mashed avocados and mix gently to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
- Chop the pitted cherries into small, uniform pieces, ensuring no large chunks remain.
- Roughly chop the walnuts to provide a crunchy texture, breaking them into small but not powdery pieces.
- Fold the chopped cherries and walnuts into the mashed avocado mixture, distributing them evenly.
- Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese and gently mix into the guacamole, being careful not to overmix.
- Season with salt to taste, adjusting the amount based on the saltiness of the Gorgonzola.
- Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately at room temperature with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable crudités.
Tips
- Choose perfectly ripe avocados - they should yield slightly to gentle pressure but not feel mushy.
- Add lime juice immediately after mashing avocados to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
- For best texture, chop cherries and walnuts into small, uniform pieces.
- Fold mix-ins gently to maintain the guacamole's rustic texture.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness and flavor impact.
- If not serving right away, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent oxidation.
- Adjust salt carefully, as Gorgonzola already adds a salty component.
- For extra presentation points, garnish with a few whole walnuts and cherry pieces on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg
