Creamy Avocado Lime Dip

# Ingredient List:

01 - 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted

02 - 1 small garlic clove, minced

03 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)

05 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)

06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

07 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture.

02 - Add the minced garlic, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño (if using), salt, and pepper.

03 - Stir until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

04 - Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or as a topping for tacos and sandwiches.

01 -

It takes less time than finding your keys, and tastes better than anything from a jar.
You can adjust every flavor to match your mood without a single measurement mattering too much.
Leftovers stay bright green if you press plastic wrap right on the surface, no browning drama.
It works as a dip, a spread, a taco topping, or straight off the spoon when no one's watching.

02 -

Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of leftover dip or it will turn brown within an hour, and no amount of stirring will fix it.
If your avocados aren't ripe yet, put them in a paper bag with a banana or apple overnight and they'll be ready by morning.
Don't use a food processor unless you want baby food texture, the fork gives you control and keeps it interesting.

03 -

Add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess and tang, though it won't be vegan anymore.
If you're making it ahead, save the lime juice to stir in right before serving so the flavors stay bright and lively.
A tiny drizzle of olive oil on top before serving makes it look restaurant-ready without any extra effort.