Super Bowl Guacamole Salsa

The year my friends finally started hosting Super Bowl parties at their own place, I got volunteered for guacamole duty. Someone had to bring something green to balance out all the wings and nachos, right? I doubled this recipe three times and still nearly ran out before halftime. Now it is the first thing people ask about when invitations go out.

Last summer my neighbor caught me through the window mashing avocoles with such determination she thought something was wrong. She came over to check and left an hour later having eaten half the bowl with her family. Now we make it together for every block party.

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe avocados: Give them a gentle squeeze near the stem they should yield slightly without feeling mushy
• 1 lime juiced: Fresh citrus is non negotiable here and adds brightness that balances the creaminess
• 1/3 cup red onion finely diced: Soak the diced onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow the sharp bite
• 1 small jalapeo seeded and minced: The heat level varies wildly so taste a tiny piece before adding everything
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped: Pull the leaves tender stems work too but avoid the woody lower stalks
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt: Kosher salt sticks to the avocados better than table salt for even seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper: Freshly cracked makes a noticeable difference in the background warmth
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes diced: Remove the seeds and juicy center first so your guacamole does not get watery
• 1/4 cup red onion finely diced: Same prep as above keeps the texture consistent between layers
• 1 small jalapeo seeded and minced: Match the heat level in the salsa to what you used in the guacamole
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped: More never hurts especially if you are serving cilantro lovers
• 1 tablespoon lime juice: Brings everything together and helps the salsa flavors meld quickly
• 1/4 teaspoon salt: Tomatoes need their own seasoning to shine against the rich avocado base
• Tortilla chips: Pick sturdy ones that can scoop up both layers without breaking

Instructions

Start with the avocados:

Cut each avocado lengthwise around the pit twist the halves apart and strike the pit firmly with your knife blade to remove it safely

Mash to your texture:

Scoop all the flesh into your mixing bowl and use a fork to mash leaving some small chunks for interest rather than making it completely smooth

Build the base flavors:

Add the lime juice first to prevent browning then fold in the onion jalapeo cilantro salt and pepper until everything is evenly distributed

Taste as you go:

Grab a chip and test the seasoning now since it is easier to adjust salt and lime before the salsa layer goes on top

Prep the salsa tomatoes:

Core the tomatoes and cut them in half then gently squeeze out the seeds and excess liquid before dicing into small even pieces

Mix the topping:

Combine the tomatoes onion jalapeo cilantro lime juice and salt in a separate bowl stirring carefully so you do not mash the tomatoes

Assemble the layers:

Spread the seasoned guacamole into your serving bowl creating an even base then spoon the salsa over the top like you are frosting a cake

Serve it up:

Bring out the chips immediately while everything is at its freshest and watch the top layer disappear first every single time

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My cousin who swore she hated guacamole tried this at a family reunion and asked for the recipe before she even finished her first serving. Watching someone convert so completely to team avocado might be the best endorsement this recipe could ever have.

Choosing the Right Avocados

The hardest part of making guacamole is finding perfectly ripe avocados at the store. I buy them rock hard three or four days before I need them and let them ripen on the counter.

Making It Your Own

Sometimes I add mashed garlic or a sprinkle of cumin depending on what we are eating. The basic formula stays the same but little tweaks keep it interesting throughout football season.

Storage and Make Ahead Tips

If you absolutely must prep this in advance keep the components separate and assemble right before serving.

• Store the guacamole with the avocado pit still in the bowl
• Keep your salsa in a sealed container and drain any excess liquid before serving
• Have extra limes on hand to brighten everything up just before guests arrive

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Hope this becomes your go to game day recipe too.