guacamole
noun
gua·ca·mo·le
ˌgwä-kə-ˈmō-lē
plural guacamoles
: pureed or mashed avocado that is typically mixed with lime juice, cilantro, tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, and salt and that is usually served as a dip, spread, or topping
Ample tartness and seasoning are our other secrets to a well-balanced guacamole. … make sure to add enough lime juice to give a burst of freshness and acidity to cut through the fatty avocados.—Gonzalo Guzmán and Stacy Adimando
But everything on the menu tastes like someone's mother made it, from the mashed-to-order jumbo avocados Yolanda transforms into noticeably rich guacamole, to the steamy tamales …—Craig LaBan
You'll find recipes for nacho-friendly sauces, salsas, guacamoles, beans, vegetables, and proteins.—Penny and Ed Cherubino
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“Guacamole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guacamole. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.
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