Guacamole with Basil and Shallots

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DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 hour ahead. Cover and chill

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Ingredients

  • 6 medium avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, diced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil plus leaves for garnish
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
  • Ciabatta bread slices, toasted
  • Assorted crudités (such as mini bell peppers, celery, fennel, sugar snap peas, and carrots)

Preparation

Step 1

Place avocados in large bowl; add lemon juice. Using fork or potato masher, crush avocados coarsely.

Mix in 1/2 cup chopped basil and shallots. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 hour ahead. Cover and chill.

Transfer guacamole to serving bowl. Garnish with basil leaves. Place on platter. Arrange toasts and crudités around bowl.

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