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
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
Craig LaBanYou'll find recipes for nacho-friendly sauces, salsas, guacamoles, beans, vegetables, and proteins.—Penny and Ed Cherubino
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Tickets are $125 per person and include Turf Club admission, a reserved table seat, two appetizers, two drink tickets (for premium cocktails, wine or beer), and chips and guacamole for the table.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 July 2025
Top it with some fresh salsa or guacamole to taste, and enjoy it with whole grain toast or a muffin.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 7 July 2025
Homemade pico de gallo, lettuce, cheese, salsa, guacamole, and a sour cream mixture are stacked onto a bed of refried beans for a delicious appetizer everyone will enjoy.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 3 July 2025
Bonus points for great flour tortillas and guacamole that pops with jalapeño and lime.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 July 2025
Top it with some fresh salsa or guacamole to taste, and enjoy it with whole grain toast or a muffin.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 7 July 2025
Homemade pico de gallo, lettuce, cheese, salsa, guacamole, and a sour cream mixture are stacked onto a bed of refried beans for a delicious appetizer everyone will enjoy.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 3 July 2025
Bonus points for great flour tortillas and guacamole that pops with jalapeño and lime.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
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“Guacamole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guacamole. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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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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