Sweet and spicy Tropical Guacamole is bursting with the tropical flavors of mango, pineapple, and jalapeño. This Guacamole recipe with cilantro is a fresh and flavor-filled twist on the classic guac and perfect for summer parties and everyday dipping.
If you’re craving a guacamole that transports your taste buds straight to the beach, this mango pineapple guacamole recipe will become your new favorite dip.
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Mango pineapple guacamole
Creamy, ripe avocados are blended with sweet mango and tangy pineapple, bright lime juice, and a kick of fresh jalapeño.
This Sweet and spicy guacamole is the ultimate balance of sweet, spicy, and savory in every bite.
Unlike traditional guacamole, this tropical version adds fresh citrus and aromatic herbs creating layers of vibrant flavor.
I love serving this creamy dip at a summer BBQ, as snacks for game day, or as something fun for Taco Tuesday.
This guacamole delivers mega taste with minimal prep.
With just a handful of fresh ingredients and simple techniques, this dip is easy to make and also impressive enough to serve at any get together.
Serve with chips, or on tacos, seafood, or grilled chicken.
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Recipe Tips
- Choose perfectly ripe avocados - Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure. They will mash easily and give a velvety texture and rich flavor to every scoop.
- Choose perfectly ripe avocados - Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure. They will mash easily and give a velvety texture and rich flavor to every scoop. Check out this avocado info!
- Cut fruit uniformly - Evenly diced mango and pineapple will guarantee balanced flavor in every bite.
- Adjust to your personal taste – You can always adjust the lime juice, jalapeño heat, and salt to suit your personal taste preferences.
- Serve fresh - Tropical guacamole is best within a few hours of mixing to keep the fruit vibrant and avocados from browning. Check out more mango tips at www.mango.org
- Select fragrant pineapples - Select pineapples that smell sweet and fragrant
Substitutions
- Cilantro - For a milder herbal note, use parsley in place of cilantro.
- Scallions – Use finely diced red onion for a stronger onion flavor.
- Jalapeño – Replace jalapeno with poblano peppers for less heat or use serrano peppers for more heat.
- Chipotle Chili Powder - Smoked paprika will give you for smokiness without heat when used instead of chipotle chili powder.
Variations
- Fiesta Fruit Guacamole – For even more tropical flavor, add diced kiwi or papaya.
- Tropical Corn Guacamole – For sweet smokiness, mix in charred corn kernels.
- Spicy Pineapple Guac – For additional heat substitute serrano peppers for the jalapenos.
- Citrus Guac – For a tangy citrus twist, add a splash of orange juice or grapefruit juice.
Storage
- Storage - Store guacamole in an airtight container and press plastic wrap directly to the surface to prevent browning. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Serving – After refrigerating the guacamole, give it a good stir to redistribute the flavors and ingredients
- Freezing – You can freeze guacamole, however, the texture may change slightly. Be sure to stir well after thawing.
Ingredients
Tropical guacamole ingredients
- Avocados - Avocados are the creamy base of this guacamole.
- Mango - Sweet, juicy mango adds tropical flavor and natural sweetness pairing beautifully with spicy notes
- Pineapple - Fresh pineapple brings a bright, tangy contrast to the creamy avocado
- Cilantro - Cilantro adds a fresh herbal brightness and a pop of color
- Scallions – Scallions, also referred to as green onions, add a gentle onion flavor and tender texture
- Lime Juice - Fresh lime juice adds a vibrant flavor and helps prevent avocado from browning
- Jalapeño - Jalapeños lends just the right amount of heat. Remove seeds for a mild spice or keep them in for a bolder spicy heat.
- Garlic - Minced garlic provides savory depth
- Kosher Salt - Kosher salt makes all the flavors pop
- Chipotle Chili Powder - A dash of chipotle chili powder adds smoky warmth with a touch of heat
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Ingredients
- 3 avocados pitted and mashed
- 1/2 cup minced mango
- 1/2 cup minced pineapple
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped scallion
- 3 Tablespoons lime juice
- 2 Tablespoons minced jalapeno
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- additional minced mango and pineapple and jalapeno slices for garnish
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Instructions
- In bowl combine mashed avocados, mango, pineapple, cilantro, scallion, lime juice, jalapeno, garlic and salt and stir until blended.
- Garnish with additional minced mango, pineapple and jalapeno slices.
Notes
- 3 cups
- 12 servings
- 1/4 cup per serving.
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