Description
This Guacamole with Roasted Pumpkin Seeds adds a delicious twist to the classic dip. Creamy avocados meet crunchy roasted pepitas, fresh lime, and vibrant cilantro a perfect appetizer or taco topping bursting with texture and flavor.
Ingredients
3 ripe avocados
1 small tomato, finely diced
¼ small red onion, finely diced
1–2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lime, juiced
¼ tsp ground cumin
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ cup roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
1. Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.
2. Mash to your preferred consistency (smooth or slightly chunky).
3. Add diced tomato, red onion, garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Fold in chopped cilantro.
5. Stir in most of the roasted pumpkin seeds, reserving a few for garnish.
6. Transfer guacamole to a serving bowl.
7. Sprinkle remaining pumpkin seeds on top.
8. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or as a topping for tacos or bowls.
Notes
🌿 Tips:
– Toast your own pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for extra crunch and flavor.
– Add diced jalapeño or red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
– To prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly against the guacamole surface before refrigerating.
– Perfect for tacos, burritos, or holiday appetizer spreads.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer, Dip, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Guacamole with Pumpkin Seeds, Avocado Dip, Pepita Guacamole, Healthy Snack, Mexican Appetizer