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.—
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Gonzalo Guzmán and Stacy AdimandoBut 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
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The acid prevents cut apples from oxidizing and turning brown, while keeping sliced avocadoes or guacamole bright green.
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Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
The acid prevents cut apples from oxidizing and turning brown, while keeping sliced avocadoes or guacamole bright green.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Mix Into Condiments An easy way to incorporate flax into your meals is to stir it into condiments like mayonnaise and ketchup, and dips like guacamole or hummus.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
The fruit is most often used in savory dishes like guacamole, avocado toast, cucumber salad, and this creamy avocado dip.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
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“Guacamole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guacamole. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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guacamole
noun
gua·ca·mo·le
ˌgwäk-ə-ˈmō-lē
: spiced mashed avocado that is often served as a spread or dip
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