It’s no secret that guacamole has its roots in Latin-American cuisine, with the first versions of it being recorded way back in the 1500s. ‘Ahuaca-mulli’ (avocado mixture) or ‘guacamole’ as we know it today, has been around since the days of the Aztecs and its popularity shows no signs of slowing down. The tangy, creamy dip made from avocados is incredibly versatile – use it on your favourite sandwich, add extra flavour to soups, bring richness to seafood or braai dishes, the options are endless. We bring you our favourite guacamole recipes – have a look at these inspiring ways to use this delicious avocado dip.

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Add a little South of Border Flavour

It makes sense to kick off our recipe selection where it all began – south of the border. These are just a few of our favourite ways to include guacamole in Latin-American inspired dishes.

Cheesy Quesadillas with Roasted Tomato Salsa & Guacamole

These toasted tortillas are filled with a delicious combo of cheese, pickled jalapeños and red peppers. Serve with creamy guacamole and roasted tomato salsa.

Recipe for Cheesy Quesadillas with Roasted Tomato Salsa and Guacamole

Chipotle Chilli con Carne with Guacamole

Try this vibrant con carne full of warmth from smoky chipotle chillies. Serve with guacamole and your favourite nacho chips.

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Spicy BLT Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

Two snacks unite to make one delicious dip. This guac has the flavours of a classic BLT sandwich with the addition of bacon, tomatoes and lettuce. Scoop up with crispy chips.

Recipe for Spicy BLT Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

Breakfast Quesadillas with Sweet Chilli Salsa Guacamole

Add a Mexican twist to your breakfast or brunch with these tasty quesadillas loaded with bacon, mushrooms, cheese and sweet chilli guacamole.

Recipe for Breakfast Quesadillas with Sweet Chilli Salsa Guacamole

Mexican Ceviche with Guacamole

Lightly cured tuna scooped up with nacho chips and all the trimmings.

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Braaied Chicken Nachos with Spicy Salsa & Lime Sour Cream

Nachos with melted cheese, braaied chicken thighs and our fave green side!

Recipe for Braaied Chicken Nachos with Spicy Salsa & Lime Sour Cream

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Guacamole Recipes – Health Bowls

Whether enjoying a vibrant smoothie to start the day, or a warming soup on a cold night, you can’t go wrong with a tasty health bowl. Guacamole adds flavour and nutrients to each of these dishes. Enjoy the benefits of a plethora of vitamins, potassium, folate, healthy fats and fibre. Avos really are powerhouses!

Guacamole Smoothie Bowl

Brimming with flavour and nutrients, this smoothie bowl is a tasty way to start the day.

Recipe for Guacamole Smoothie Bowl

Guacamole B.A.T. Brunch Bowl

This effortless brunch bowl is perfect for those wanting their brunch to be more on the lunch side.

Recipe for Guacamole BAT Brunch Bowl

Chilled Guacamole Soup Topped with Tomatoes, Corn & Feta

A delicious, slightly spicy soup that is rich and creamy. Top with roasted tomatoes, feta and corn to bring it to the next level.

Recipe for Chilled Guacamole Soup topped with Roasted Vine Tomatoes, Corn and Feta

Spicy Tomato Soup with Guacamole

The roasted veggies and spices in this soup are elevated with a dollop of creamy guacamole.

Recipe for Spicy Tomato Soup with Guacamole

Vegan Roast Veggie Bowl with Quinoa

We love all the toasty flavours and textures in this healthy bowl. Add a dollop of guacamole for creaminess, and a drizzle of avocado oil for extra flavour.

Recipe for Vegan Roast Veggie Bowl with Quinoa

Mexican Salad Bowl with Guacamole

A delicious combination of colourful ingredients for a light and nutritious plant-based meal.

Recipe for Mexican Salad Bowl with Guacamole

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Enter the Snack Station

As mentioned, the Aztecs have been making guacamole since the 1500s, so it truly is the snack that has stood the test of time. It’s pretty much the perfect thing to munch on when you’re feeling peckish – these recipes take the snack experience up several notches. Goodbye sad snacking, hello snack Shangri-La.

Juicy Chicken Skewers  with Gremolata Guacamole

The whole family will love these sensational, juicy chicken skewers with herby guac.

Recipe for Juicy Chicken Skewers  with Gremolata Guacamole

Nikkei Style Fish Tacos with Toasted Sesame Slaw & Guacamole

A fusion recipe filled with texture and deliciousness. Yum!

Recipe for Nikkei Style Fish Tacos with Toasted Sesame Slaw & Guacamole

Make Your Own Classic Guacamole

Everything you need to know to make the world’s favourite dip.

Recipe for Classic Guacamole

Pulled Pork Nachos with Spicy Guacamole

Delicious pulled pork with nacho chips and smooth, creamy guacamole. Yum!

Recipe for Pulled Pork Nachos with Spicy Guacamole

Spicy Guacamole with Rustic Flatbreads

These homemade flatbreads with guacamole are perfect for sharing around the table. Top with crunchy seeds for texture, and a glug of avocado oil.

Recipe for Spicy Guacamole with Rustic Flatbreads

Guacamole & Cauliflower Hummus

This hummus is perfect on sandwiches, burgers or served cruidité-style. Blending the chickpeas with roasted cauliflower is a great way to boost the flavour; add some spicy guacamole to the mix for an extra kick of flavour.

Recipe for Guacamole & Cauliflower Hummus

Zucchini Fried with Spicy Guacamole & Chilli Oil

Who doesn’t love zucchini fries? A slightly healthier version of potato fries, but equally delicious. Guacamole is the perfect dip with these crispy veggies.

Recipe for Zucchini Fries with Spicy Guacamole and Chilli Oil

Roasted Pepper & Guacamole Dip

The combination of roasted sweet peppers and balsamic vinegar in this dip is so yummy. Ideal for snacking or as part of a picnic or feast table. We recommend serving with slices of crusty sourdough or a freshly baked baguette.

Recipe for Roasted Red Pepper & Guacamole Dip

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Let’s Do Lunch – Guacamole Recipes

Adding avocado to a meal undoubtedly makes things tastier and more nutritious… incorporate a dollop or two to give your meal a boost of vitamins, minerals and heart-healthy fats. Even better, those monounsaturated fats keep you feeling full for longer, so you can tackle your day with plenty of energy.

Green Pizza

A homemade pizza base topped with swathes of guacamole, crunchy chickpeas and veggies.

Recipe for Green Pizza

Vegan Bao Buns with Tofu & Guacamole

BBQ sauce dunked tofu hugged by a fluffy bao bun, and finished off with pickled veg and creamy guacamole. Yum!

Recipe for Vegan Bao Buns with Tofu & Guacamole

Vegan Meatball Subs with Spicy Guacamole

Fun sandwiches filled with mushroom and lentil meatballs, a healthy schmear of guacamole, and roasted tomatoes for good measure.

Recipe for Vegan Meatball Subs with Spicy Guacamole

Open Sandwich with Guac, Goat’s Cheese, Beetroot & Poached Egg

This gourmet twist on avo toast is perfect for any time of day.

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Seriously Good Suppers

Sometimes you need a quick midweek meal that you can put together with minimal fuss; other times call for something more special and celebratory – we’ve got all your bases covered with these delish guacamole recipes.

Pan-fried Calamari with Lemon Mayonnaise & Guacamole

Spicy Mediterranean-style calamari with punchy flavours from the olives and capers.

Recipe for Pan-fried Calamari with Lemon Mayonnaise & Guacamole

Spaghetti in a Guacamole Sauce with Garlic-fried Prawns

The easiest raw pasta sauce ever! The guacamole provides a wonderful creaminess to the dish without the addition of dairy.

Recipe for Spaghetti in a Guacamole Sauce with Garlic-fried Prawns

Vegan Cannellini Bean Shakshuka

Shakshuka would normally include eggs baked into the sauce, but we think this vegan version with cannellini beans and guacamole is just as good, if not better!

Recipe for Vegan Cannellini Bean Shakshuka

Miso-glazed Aubergines with Vegan Miso Mayo

Miso is a cook’s best friend – it’s packed with flavour and tastes good with just about anything! These miso-glazed aubergines with guacamole are a game changer.

Recipe for Miso-glazed Aubergines with Vegan Miso Mayo

Grilled Tofu Steaks with Caponata & Spicy Guacamole

A vegan sweet and sour eggplant salad with grilled tofu steaks and spicy guac on top.

Recipe for Grilled Tofu Steaks with Caponata & Spicy Guacamole

Crumbed Cauliflower Steaks with Guacamole & Chimichurri Sauce

Cauliflower steaks continue to be popular, and for good reason – they’re incredibly delicious and easy to make. Crumbed in Panko breadcrumbs, and served with a tangy green sauce and creamy guac – a scrumptious, healthy vegan meal.

Recipe for Crumbed Cauliflower Steaks with Guacamole and Chimichurri

Check our round up of Avocado Recipes for more green goodness.