Two Easy Summer Favorites: Homemade Guacamole & Avocado Toast

If you know my husband, John, you know there is a good chance you will find avocados somewhere in our kitchen! 🥑

They are one of his favorite foods, so when I realized National Avocado Day was coming up, I knew this week's Foodie Friday had to celebrate one of his favorites.

A little family trivia...

One of my sisters is extremely allergic to avocados. When she visits, we don't have avocados anywhere in the house. It is a good reminder that while some foods are favorites for many of us, food allergies are very real, and we always make sure our home is safe for family. ❤️

Now, back to the avocados!

Today I'm sharing two simple favorites that are perfect for summer.

🥑 Easy Homemade Guacamole

This recipe is quick, fresh, and perfect for everything from chips and salsa night to topping tacos, burgers, or grilled chicken.

And yes...my cute little daffodil food processor makes this even easier! 🌼

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • ¼ cup diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons diced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 minced garlic clove)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Add all ingredients to your food processor and pulse until you reach your favorite texture.

Prefer chunky guacamole? Just pulse a few times.

Prefer it smoother? Keep blending a little longer.

Taste and adjust with more lime, salt, or seasoning if needed.

Serve with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or your favorite summer meal.

🍞 Easy Avocado Toast

Avocado toast is one of those recipes that feels fancy but takes just minutes.

Ingredients:

  • Your favorite bread (sourdough is a favorite!)
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • A squeeze of lime
  • Salt and pepper

Directions:

Toast your bread.

Mash avocado with a little lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Spread on your toast.

Then make it your own!

Try adding:

🥚 A fried egg
🍅 Fresh tomato slices
🌶️ Red pepper flakes
🥓 Crispy bacon
✨ Everything Bagel seasoning

💚 Jacque's Kitchen Tip

Buying avocados that aren't quite ready?

No problem!

Leave them on the counter for a few days until they soften slightly.

Need them ready faster?

Place them in a paper bag with a banana to speed up the ripening process.

From My Kitchen to Yours ❤️

I love sharing real estate tips during the week, but Fridays are a chance to slow down and share something from home.

Whether you're making guacamole for friends, avocado toast for breakfast, or just enjoying a quiet morning coffee...

I hope you enjoy these recipes as much as we do.

Happy Foodie Friday!

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