Salsa de aguacate, how to make avocado salsa
Say YES! If you love creamy, zesty-flavored salsa. Salsa de aguacate, or avocado salsa, is a Spanish-inspired Mexican recipe made with five simple ingredients. This salsa recipe is a staple in Mexican kitchens and pairs beautifully with tacos, burritos, nachos, and even as a salad dressing.
What is salsa de aguacate?
Before we delve into the history, let me share that 'aguacate' is a Spanish word for Avocado. It is said that the Spanish arrived in Mexico in the 1500s and settled. Slowly, they started exploring recipes and introduced onions and garlic to the recipe. While some say it was the Aztec civilization that introduced these ingredients into guacamole, and later became a part of this salsa recipe as well.
Avocado salsa vs guacamole
Avocado salsa is often mistaken for guacamole. However, they are both similar recipes but not the same 🙂 Guacamole is more on a chunkier side and is a dip recipe, while salsa de aguacate is a smooth, blended sauce recipe.
Another difference is, guacamole is made with onions, tomatoes, cilantro leaves, and jalapeno peppers. It is a thick dip recipe that can be used as filling in burritos. On the other hand, avocado salsa has a signature semi-runny consistency, which is due to the use of water. Secondly, it has a zesty flavor because of the cilantro stems, and sometimes tomatillos are used as well.
🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy - ready in 10 minutes.
- Naturally vegan & gluten-free - wholesome and plant-based.
- Versatile - use it as a dip, topping, or dressing.
- Fresh & flavorful - creamy, tangy, and perfectly spiced.
🌮 How to Use Salsa de Aguacate
This salsa is incredibly versatile. Here are some delicious ways to enjoy it:
- Drizzle over tacos (al pastor, carne asada, or veggie tacos).
- Serve as a dip with tortilla chips.
- Use as a dressing for salads or grain bowls.
- Spread on burritos, quesadillas, or sandwiches.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or grilled proteins.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Make it spicier - Add extra serrano peppers.
- Make it milder - Use jalapeños and remove seeds.
- Thicker consistency - Use less water for a dip-like salsa.
- Storage - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Place plastic wrap directly on the salsa's surface to prevent browning.
🥗 Serving Suggestion
For the ultimate taco night, pair your salsa de aguacate with:
- Fresh pico de gallo
- Corn salad
- Homemade tortilla chips
🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
Below are the ingredients required to make this Mexican avocado salsa.
2 ripe avocados 🥑 - perfectly ripe avocados make this salsa creamier and better.
1-2 jalapeños or serrano peppers (adjust to spice preference) 🌶️, and they are optional
2 cloves of garlic - to add flavor to the recipe.
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves with stems (remember stems are a must) - cilantro stems are unavoidable in this recipe because they are the reason salsa has a zesty flavor.
Juice of 1 lime 🍋, ½ cup water (adjust for desired consistency), Salt to taste, and that's it!
👩🍳 How to Make Salsa de Aguacate
Blend - In a blender, combine peppers(if you are adding), garlic, cilantro, lime juice, water, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Add avocados - Add the avocados last and blend again until creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serve & enjoy - Pour into a bowl or jar and serve fresh!
Also, it is not always necessary to add avocados last, you can add them along with the ingredients like I did here. If you are adding it in last, it will add a little more fluffiness to the recipe.
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Salsa de aguacate, how to make avocado salsa
Ingredients
- 2 ripe Avocados
- 1 Jalapeno pepper, optional
- 2 cloves Garlic
- ½ cup Cilantro with stems, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
- ½ cup Water, to adjust the consistency
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Prep the ingredients
- Wash the jalapeños or serrano peppers. Remember this is optional, if you want to you can avoid peppers.1 Jalapeno pepper
- Cut open 2 ripe avocados, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.2 ripe Avocados
- Rinse a handful of cilantro leaves and stems. Stems are non-negotiable.½ cup Cilantro with stems
- Peel 2 garlic clove.2 cloves Garlic
Blend
- Add peppers, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, water (start with ½ cup), and salt to a blender.1 Jalapeno pepper, 2 cloves Garlic, 2 tablespoon Lemon juice, ½ cup Water, Salt to taste, ½ cup Cilantro with stems
- Add the avocado flesh to the blender.2 ripe Avocados
- Taste and adjust salt, lime juice, or spice level.
Serve and store
- Pour the salsa into a serving bowl or glass jar.
- Serve fresh with tacos, chips, or burritos.
- To store, cover tightly and refrigerate up to 2 days. (Tip: Press plastic wrap directly on the salsa surface to prevent browning.)
Notes
- Make it spicier - Add extra serrano peppers.
- Make it milder - Use jalapeños and remove seeds. You can even avoid it completely.
- Thicker consistency - Use less water for a dip-like salsa.
- Storage - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Place plastic wrap directly on the salsa's surface to prevent browning.
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