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Chipotle Guacamole Recipe

This Chipotle Guacamole Recipe is a smoky, creamy, and flavorful twist on classic guacamole, made with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, cilantro, and chipotle peppers in adobo for a bold restaurant-style dip that’s perfect for parties, tacos, and everyday snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe Hass avocados
  • 2 –3 teaspoons finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo adjust to taste
  • 1 small red onion finely minced
  • 1 –2 garlic cloves minced (optional)
  • 2 medium roma tomatoes seeded and finely diced
  • 1 small jalapeño seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice plus more to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin optional
  • 1 –1½ teaspoons salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 –2 tablespoons olive oil optional, for extra creaminess

Instructions
 

Prepare the avocados:

  • Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and lightly mash with a fork to your preferred texture.

Add aromatics:

  • Stir in the minced red onion, garlic, cilantro, diced tomatoes, and jalapeño (if using).

Incorporate chipotle:

  • Add the chopped chipotle peppers in adobo and gently fold them into the guacamole until evenly distributed.

Season the guacamole:

  • Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and ground cumin if using. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice, salt, or chipotle as needed.

Finish and serve:

  • Stir in olive oil if desired for a smoother, richer texture. Serve immediately or cover tightly until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Heat control: Start with less chipotle and add more gradually to avoid overpowering heat.
  • Texture tip: For chunky guacamole, mash avocados lightly and fold ingredients gently.
  • Storage: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to reduce browning.
  • Variations: Add diced mango, grilled corn, or smoked paprika for unique flavor twists.
  • Serving idea: Perfect with tortilla chips, tacos, burrito bowls, or as a sandwich spread.