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Published: June 11, 2019 Last Modified: June 11, 2019 By Sara 12 Comments

Avocado Dip Recipe

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This avocado dip is made with ripe avocados, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno and sour cream, all blended together to make a creamy dip. Serve your avocado dip with chips, crackers or veggies for a light and simple party snack.

I am a huge avocado fan, I eat avocados almost every day in avocado toast, avocado salsa and this fabulous avocado dip. This dip also works well as a sandwich spread or salad dressing!

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A hand scooping out a portion of avocado dip with a tortilla chip.

While I’m a big fan of the rich and creamy cheese based dips, sometimes I’m looking for something a little bit healthier to bring to a gathering. This creamy avocado dip literally takes just 5 minutes to make and it pairs so well with a variety of dippers. It’s a more unique alternative to guacamole that’s sure to be a big hit!

A food processor filled with avocado slices, cilantro, sour cream, lime juice and seasonings.

How do you make avocado dip?

This dip is a blend of ripe avocados, fresh cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, spices and a little sour cream. Everything goes into the food processor and gets blended until smooth and creamy. Add a little cilantro for garnish and your dip is ready to serve!

Blended avocado dip in a food processor.

How to choose an avocado

You want to make sure you’re choosing ripe avocados for this dip since they’re the main flavoring agent in the recipe. Ripe avocados are typically a dark, almost black color. Stay away from green skinned avocados as they are likely underripe. A ripe avocado should yield to gentle pressure but it shouldn’t be overly soft or mushy. You can also check your avocados for ripeness by peeling back the small stem on top. If the avocado is green under the stem, it’s ripe.

What do you eat avocado dip with?

This dip pairs well with a variety of dippers, my favorite is tortilla chips but I often serve it with multiple options.

  • Carrots
  • Cucumbers
  • Celery
  • Radishes
  • Breadsticks
  • Pretzel Chips
  • Baguette slices

A bowl of avocado dip served with chips, crackers and vegetables.

Tips for avocado dip

  • This dip is best served right after it’s made as the avocado will brown over an extended period of time.
  • Not a cilantro fan? Try parsley or green onions instead. If you go with green onions, just use 1/4 cups worth.
  • You can customize your avocado dip by adding toppings such as crumbled cotija cheese, pumpkin seeds, pine nuts, bacon or diced tomatoes.
  • You can make this a chunky dip by combining all the ingredients in a bowl and crushing them together with a fork or potato masher.
  • This dip is on the mild end of the heat scale because the seeds and ribs are removed from the jalapenos. If you prefer a spicy dip, leave some of the seeds and ribs in the pepper.

Avocado dip garnished with fresh cilantro and served with tortilla chips and veggies.

Is avocado dip healthy?

Avocados are very healthy and contain 20 different vitamins and minerals. They are also high in healthy fats, low in carbohydrates and high in fiber. The other ingredients in this dip, such as the lime juice, jalapeno and cilantro, are also great choices for a healthy diet. While sour cream is not always the healthiest option, this dip only contains a small amount and you can use low fat instead of the full fat version.

Once you try this dip, you’ll be hooked! I often make this dip instead of guacamole when I’m serving Mexican food for an unexpected yet welcome addition to the meal. You can even turn this dip into a salad dressing by adding a little water to thin it out. The possibilities are endless!

More avocado recipes

  • Avocado Chickpea Salad
  • Avocado Tuna Salad
  • Shrimp Ceviche
  • Avocado Fries
  • Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Relish
A hand scooping out a portion of avocado dip with a tortilla chip.
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Avocado Dip Recipe

This avocado dip is made with ripe avocados, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno and sour cream, all blended together to make a creamy dip. Serve your avocado dip with chips, crackers or veggies for a light and simple party snack.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 89kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons jalapeno seeds and ribs removed, then coarsely chopped
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the avocado, cilantro leaves, lime juice, jalapeno, sour cream, salt, cumin and garlic powder in the bowl of a food processor.
  • Process until completely smooth, 1-2 minutes. Taste and add more salt if desired.
  • Garnish with cilantro leaves, then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 207mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    Comments

    1. Philly G says

      January 19, 2021 at 5:10 am

      I made this recipe, sans the jalapeño, and threw some harissa and paprika into it. It was really yummy good. Great alternative to veggie dip.

      Reply
    2. Jen says

      June 17, 2019 at 7:28 pm

      5 stars
      This is always a hit at parties especially during the summer. Everyone loves it!

      Reply
      • Jimmie A, Harris says

        February 4, 2022 at 1:17 pm

        Also great on a baked potato with bacon crumbles.

        Reply
    3. jordan says

      June 17, 2019 at 7:19 pm

      I love anything with avocados! Definitely making this.

      Reply
    4. Veena Azmanov says

      June 17, 2019 at 7:15 pm

      5 stars
      Avocado is one of my favorite fruit and this Dip looks awesome. Best for a party with some crunch
      around.

      Reply
    5. Sally says

      June 17, 2019 at 5:57 pm

      Looks so delicious and healthy! I can see using this for lots of things – dips, spreads, dressing for coleslaw … love it!

      Reply
    6. Andrea Metlika says

      June 17, 2019 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so creamy and delicious. I love that you put cumin in it.

      Reply
    7. Vicky says

      June 12, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      5 stars
      I love how creamy this dip is which gives it a totally different texture than guacamole. The addition of sour cream is such a good idea! I will be serving this at some get togethers this summer.

      Reply
    8. Patty at Spoonabilities says

      June 12, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      I love avocado in anything! I’ve never thought of adding sour creme to a “guac” recipe. That sounds so delicious – definitely going to try this!

      Reply
    9. Jen says

      June 12, 2019 at 12:34 pm

      5 stars
      We are a slightly avocado obsessed family, haha! Anything to get my kids to eat more veggies is a winner in my book.

      Reply
    10. Jacqueline Meldrum says

      June 12, 2019 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      That looks so lush, I have to try it. Thanks for the recipe. Sharing it now.

      Reply
    11. Jessica Formicola says

      June 12, 2019 at 11:32 am

      5 stars
      My family loooooves avocados! I can’t wait to make this dip for your next taco night!

      Reply

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