Spicy Basil Guacamole

By bweber

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe avocados, halved, pitted, peeled and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 medium tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Preparation

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash 1 of the chopped avocados with a fork. Add the remaining chopped avocados, the garlic, tomatoes, lime juice, lemon juice, green onions, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning, as needed, with crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, to taste.

If not serving immediately, sprinkle a bit of lemon juice over the top and cover put plastic wrap directly on top of the guacamole surface. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.