FAST FIX

HOMEMADE GUACAMOLE

Nothing is better than fresh guacamole when you’re eating something spicy. It’s easy to whip together in a matter of minutes, and it quickly tames anything that’s too spicy.

—JOAN HALLFORD NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX



START TO FINISH: 10 MIN. • MAKES: 2 CUPS


3 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed

1 garlic clove, minced

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt

2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped, optional

1 small onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup mayonnaise, optional

1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Mash avocados with garlic and salt. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Per 1/4 cup without chips: 111 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 5g fiber), 1g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 2 fat.

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“My friends love this. I bring it to our monthly game nights because they always request it.”

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