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Chunky Guacamole, my best friend this evening.

Published on April 8, 2014 by

It feels unbelievable that I have some me time this evening. How did this happen?
  
It happened and I enjoyed a good cup of tea with some freshly made Guacamole and Tortilla Chips. No, I didn’t make the chips :). I actually love guacamole so much that I don’t need any chips to dip in it, my own finger is enough…..just dip and lick….nothing and I mean nothing can match the taste of the food which is eaten with bare hands. If you think that it is silly of me then be it :).

  
Here is my favorite Chunky Guacamole recipe, which can be hurled in 2 minutes with no special kitchen equipment besides a humble knife and a fork. Yes, that’s it :). Awesome, right?

Yields : 3/4 cup


Ingredients :

Avocado, ripe : 1, medium to big in size.
Garlic pods : 2, big or 3-4 small, grated or minced
Green chili : 1. You may use thai green chili, Indian green chili, jalapeΓ±o or Serrano. I used Serrano and deseeded it.
Cilantro or coriander leaves : 1/4 cup, chopped fine
Lime juice of 1 lime or approx 2 tbsp
Sat to taste
Cumin powder : 1 tsp. I used roasted cumin powder, but you may use the plain too.

Method :

Cut the Avocado and take the flesh out in a mixing bowl.

Add chopped and deseeded chili, minced garlic pods, chopped cilantro leaves.

Add salt, cumin powder and lime juice.

Take a fork and mix and mash everything together. Don’t mush it too fine. Chunks of Avocadoes feel heaven in mouth.

All done :).

Some Health Benefits of Avocado :, Source of information is Best Health Magazine

1. Avocados are packed with carotenoids : Avocados are a great source of lutein, a carotenoid that works as an antioxidant and helps protect against eye disease. They also contain the related carotenoids zeaxanthin, alpha-carotene and beta-carotene, as well as tocopherol (vitamin E).

2. Avocados can help you lose weight : Half an avocado contains 3.4 grams of fibre, including soluble and insoluble, both of which your body needs to keep the digestive system running smoothly. Plus, soluble fibre slows the breakdown of carbohydrates in your body, helping you feel full for longer. Avocados also contain oleic acid, a fat that activates the part of your brain that makes you feel full. Healthier unsaturated fats containing oleic acid have been shown to produce a greater feeling of satiety than less-healthy saturated fats and trans fats found in processed foods.

3. Avocados can help stabilize blood sugar : Rich, creamy, and packed with beneficial monounsaturated fat, avocado slows digestion and helps keep blood sugar from spiking after a meal. A diet high in good fats may even help reverse insulin resistance, which translates to steadier blood sugar long-term.

4. Avocados can protect your unborn babyβ€”and your heart : One cup of avocado provides almost a quarter of your recommended daily intake of folate, a vitamin which cuts the risk of birth defects. If you’re pregnantβ€”or planning to beβ€”avocados will help protect your unborn baby. A high folate intake is also associated with a lower risk of heart attacks and heart disease. Does your family have a history of heart problems, or do you have risk factors (such as being overweight or smoking) for heart disease? Avocados could help keep your heart healthy.

5. Avocados can help lower your cholesterol : As well as increasing feelings of fullness, the oleic acid in avocados can help reduce cholesterol levels. In one study, individuals eating an avocado-rich diet had a significant decrease in total cholesterol levels, including a decrease in LDL cholesterol. Their levels of HDL cholesterol (the healthy type) increased by 11 percent. High cholesterol is one of the main risk factors for heart disease. The cholesterol-lowering properties of avocado, along with its folate content, help keep your heart healthy.

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Comments

  1. Aditi

    April 9, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    I know everyone will give me bad looks when I say I don’t like avocado too much. Nikhil, on the other hand, absolutely loves it and makes guacamole almost 5-6 times a week. I know they are so so healthy but… But chips- dip & me time is the best, Sonal! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  2. afracooking

    April 9, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    ….I had not idea that avocado wasnt only tasty (man do I like guacamole) but that it is also that good :-)Thanks for sharing – a day you learn something is always a good day πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:23 pm

      You are awesome Afra :).

      Reply
  3. arandomstateofmind

    April 9, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    It’s really awesome !

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:22 pm

      Yes it is πŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. lapetitecasserole

    April 9, 2014 at 11:59 am

    Guacamole, how is it possible to live without? I can keep on eating guacamole without any hesitations! especially is is a “me time”. That’s great!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:22 pm

      So are we guacamole sisters then;)?

      Reply
      • lapetitecasserole

        April 9, 2014 at 10:44 pm

        Definitely!

        Reply
  5. Butter, Basil and Breadcrumbs

    April 9, 2014 at 6:07 am

    Lol.. I’m with you.. A finger and a bowl of delicious guacamole is all I need!! πŸ™‚

    This looks fabulous.. And it’s always a special treat no matter how often I eat it!

    I’m glad you enjoyed your “me” time! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:21 pm

      :)). I did enjoy my time πŸ™‚

      Reply
  6. Jhuls

    April 9, 2014 at 2:55 am

    Hope you enjoyed your ‘me time’. Uh, I know you did. πŸ˜€ The guacamole looks yummy! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      :)))))

      Reply
  7. Elaine @ foodbod

    April 9, 2014 at 2:32 am

    How wonderful: guacamole and me time πŸ™‚ x

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      Perfect combination :).

      Reply
      • Elaine @ foodbod

        April 9, 2014 at 3:22 pm

        Mmmmm…..x

        Reply
  8. Patty Nguyen

    April 9, 2014 at 2:10 am

    I hope you enjoyed your alone time, Sonal! Dip away with your fingers! “Finger-linking good” isn’t a phrase for no reason! πŸ˜€

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:20 pm

      Yes I did :). Surprisingly the girls were quiet ;).

      Reply
  9. lapetitepaniere

    April 9, 2014 at 1:16 am

    So, yummy πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:19 pm

      Thanks πŸ™‚

      Reply
  10. Tracesofthesoul

    April 8, 2014 at 9:44 pm

    Miam miam!! I actually wrote about a few other benefits on a guessing writi.g prompt…love Guacamole… hmmm may fix me some when I get home. Who needs the chips (wink)

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:18 pm

      Yup :). Who needs the chips ;).

      Reply
      • Tracesofthesoul

        April 9, 2014 at 3:53 pm

        I just got 3 gorgeous avocados at the fruit and vege store and yummy huge limes:) just now.

        Reply
        • simplyvegetarian777

          April 9, 2014 at 5:24 pm

          Guacamole time :))))

          Reply
          • Tracesofthesoul

            April 9, 2014 at 5:26 pm

            I am missing the fresh cilantro though…I finish early for a change so I’ll pick some up.

          • simplyvegetarian777

            April 10, 2014 at 11:06 am

            How did it go?

          • Tracesofthesoul

            April 10, 2014 at 11:23 am

            Great…I gave in to the organic tortilla chips, but at least they were unsalted and squeezed the lime too much…they were huge! so tangy taste made up for the unsalted chips…finger licking good:) Thanks for asking.

      • Tracesofthesoul

        April 9, 2014 at 5:27 pm

        I love your comment of eating with our hands….it IS so much more delicious, totally!

        Reply
  11. Nancy

    April 8, 2014 at 9:33 pm

    Looks perfect! Love your use of Serrano pepper too. I’ll be the last person to judge you on using fingers…why else do we have so many of them? πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      Lol, I agree Nancy :).

      Reply
  12. tinywhitecottage

    April 8, 2014 at 8:43 pm

    Seriously…I don’t need chips either. Finger is definitely enough. Great recipe!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      Yay :)).

      Reply
  13. eclecticlamb

    April 8, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    Looks and sounds delicious! Wish that I could have some now.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      πŸ™‚

      Reply
  14. MCW on Recipes From Eden

    April 8, 2014 at 8:28 pm

    i love avocado! yum!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      Me too πŸ™‚

      Reply
  15. Gerard Villanueva

    April 8, 2014 at 8:13 pm

    Chunky guacamole and chips has served as a full meal for me countless times. Your recipe would work just deliciously Sonal!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      That’s so sweet of you Gerard :).

      Reply
  16. Jueseppi B.

    April 8, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    Reblogged this on The ObamaCratβ„’.

    Reply
  17. celestedimilla

    April 8, 2014 at 7:21 pm

    I’m gonna make this to go with the taquitos I’m making for dinner tonight. Yum!! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      Celeste, I love taquitos!

      Reply
  18. Lisa

    April 8, 2014 at 7:10 pm

    I can easily make a meal out of guacamole πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:15 pm

      Oh that sounds awesome!

      Reply
  19. Jueseppi B.

    April 8, 2014 at 7:05 pm

    MAN do I wish I had some avocados right now.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:15 pm

      πŸ™‚

      Reply
  20. Victoria

    April 8, 2014 at 6:52 pm

    I love avocados and guacamole!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 9, 2014 at 3:15 pm

      Me too πŸ™‚

      Reply
  21. The Good News

    April 8, 2014 at 6:43 pm

    Ummm, guacomole. I eat as many avocados as I can. They’re in my salads, in my breakfast burritos, really anywhere I can put them. So delicious.

    Nice nutrition facts! Avocados are so good for us,

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      April 8, 2014 at 6:46 pm

      Yes they are πŸ™‚

      Reply

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