Zucchini Guacamole
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Prep time: 30 min
- Serving: 6
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Zucchini guacamole? Really, who would've thought? It's one of those twists that gets everyone talking, especially when you want something a bit different from the usual avocado dip. This zucchini guacamole recipe is an easy, tender take on the classic Mexican favorite, using small, light-colored zucchinis instead of avocados. And the best part? You don’t need to cook anything—just grab your mixer, and you're all set in minutes. Since avocados can get pricey or tricky to find ripe, using zucchini makes this a super budget-friendly and healthy guacamole alternative. People love it. Serve it as a dip for nachos, tuck it into tortillas, or spread it on toast for a new spin on avocado toast. It’s creamy and fresh, with a mellow flavor that works really really well with all sorts of snacks. Plus, it’s low-calorie. Fits perfectly into a casual aperitif or a laid-back meal with friends.
Lately, zucchini is popping up everywhere in recipes, and this avocado-free guacamole shows just how fun experimenting in the kitchen can be. Zucchini guacamole gives you that smooth, moist texture, and the light taste lets other flavors—like lime, onion and cilantro—really pop. Some folks even call it a zucchini dip or compare it to things like hummus. Sorta brings a bit of that Middle Eastern fusion vibe. You can play around with the amount of spice or toss in extras like tomatoes or jalapeños for more kick. Choosing the right zucchini matters; the smaller, paler ones taste less bitter and make the dip even more delicate. Whether you’re looking for a vegetable-based guacamole or just want something new for your snack lineup, this dish is perfect for parties and easy to whip up on busy days. I mean, it’s fun to see friends and family guess the secret ingredient and be surprised at how good it is, especially when they find out it’s all about zucchini! So next time you're planning a get-together or just craving a snack, give this unique dip a try. Can't go wrong. It's sure to become a favorite in no time.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Baby Zucchini (summer squash) 1.1 lbs (500 g)
- Lime juice 1.5 oz (40 g)
- White onions 1.2 oz (35 g)
- Cluster tomatoes 2
- Coriander to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Zucchini Guacamole
To prepare the zucchini guacamole, first wash and trim the zucchinis, then cut them into slices 1. Transfer the zucchinis to a mixer 2 and add the cilantro leaves 3.
Also add the coarsely chopped onion 4, lime juice 5, and salt 6.
Blend until you obtain a creamy mixture 7. Pour the puree into a sieve lined with paper towels and press to remove excess liquid 8. Once drained, transfer the cream to a bowl 9.
Season with a generous drizzle of oil 10 and a grind of pepper 11, then adjust the salt and mix well 12.
Finally, add the diced tomatoes 13 and mix them into the cream 14. Your zucchini guacamole is ready to be served, perhaps garnished with a few slices of lime 15!