Orange Peel Guacamole
this is the perfect guacamole recipe for the avocado purist who also likes bright citrusy flavors. the emerald green concoction is divine on fish tacos, cheeseburgers or simply piled high on your favorite tortilla chip.
Ingredients
- 1 jalapeno ribbed, seeded and minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped finely
- juice and zest of two medium limes
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- juice of ½ small orange
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup red onion minced
- 1 tablespoon of good extra virgin olive oil don’t skip this!
- pulp of three medium *perfectly ripe* avocados
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- combine the first 8 ingredients gently with a spoon in a medium bowl.
- fold in diced avocado and salt then mash delicately- leaving plenty of chunks.
- stir well then garnish with cilantro leaves, thin-sliced orange peel and a drizzle of good olive oil.
- store leftovers in an airtight container with plastic wrap or parchment pressed directly atop to prevent air from entering- your guacamole will stay bright for a day or two!