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This Guacamole Salad is a fresh, flavorful mix of avocado, black beans, and crisp vegetables tossed in a zesty lime dressing. It’s quick to make and perfect as a light meal or side.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fast and Easy: Comes together in minutes with minimal prep.
- Fresh and Healthy: Made with nutrient-rich vegetables and avocado.
- Flexible Serving: Enjoy as a light main dish or a side salad.
- Perfectly Portioned: Serves one generously or two as a side.
I love this Guacamole Salad because it turns everything we love about guacamole into a fresh, satisfying salad you can truly dig into. It’s bold, colorful, and full of flavor—just the kind of dish that feels special but comes together with ease. If you’re looking for something light yet filling, this is the one to make.
Looking for more salads perfectly sized for one or two? Try our Italian Chopped Salad, Mexican Street Corn Salad, Caesar Salad, or German Potato Salad—all full of flavor and just the right amount.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this small batch guacamole salad recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Tomatoes: Grape or cherry tomatoes work best for their sweetness and bite-sized shape, but any type of tomato can be used.
- Yellow Bell Pepper: Use half of a yellow bell pepper for a mild, sweet flavor. Leftovers can go into dishes like Chicken Tacos, Sheet Pan Greek Chicken, or Vegetarian Chili.
- Beans: Canned black beans make prep quick and easy. Extra beans are great in Baked Black Bean Tacos, Cowboy Caviar, or Black Bean Soup.
- Red Onion: Red onions are milder than yellow and add a slight peppery bite. Use leftovers in Chicken Shawarma, Macaroni Salad, or Chicken Caprese.
- Jalapeño: A small amount of fresh jalapeño adds heat and brightness. Jarred can be used, but fresh gives better flavor. Try the leftovers in Jalapeño Poppers, Salsa, or Carne Asada.
- Lime: Fresh lime juice adds the best flavor. You can also use the zest in the dressing. Bottled lime juice is an option, but fresh is ideal.
- Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil brings bold flavor and nutritional value. A lighter olive oil can be used if preferred.
- Seasonings: Salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne enhance the salad’s flavor.
- Garlic: One minced clove adds depth and a touch of sharpness.
- Avocado: Use half of a ripe avocado for creaminess. Save the other half for a Breakfast Sandwich, Avocado Toast, or an Avocado Salad.
Recipe Variations
Customize your guacamole salad with these easy ways to change up the flavor or texture:
- Add More Heat: Use extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Include Protein: Add baked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle in cotija or feta for extra flavor.
- Make It Creamier: Mash part of the avocado before mixing.
- Add Corn: Mix in sweet corn for added texture and sweetness.
How To Make Guacamole Salad
These photos and instructions show how to make a small batch of guacamole salad. See the recipe box below for exact measurements and full details.
- Combine the Vegetables: In a medium bowl, add the tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, black beans, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently stir to combine.
- Add the Avocado: Just before serving, fold in the chopped avocado.
Expert Tips
- Use Fresh, Quality Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice add the best flavor.
- Adjust to Taste: Customize ingredient amounts to suit your preferences. Add chopped cilantro for extra flavor if you’d like.
- Handle Avocado Gently: Fold in the avocado last to keep it from getting mushy.
Serving Suggestions
Here are a few tasty ways to serve guacamole salad, whether you’re enjoying it as a meal or a side.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can prep the ingredients and dressing ahead, but wait to add the avocado until just before serving to keep it fresh.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. The avocado may brown slightly but will still taste fine.
Absolutely. Just scale up the ingredient amounts to serve more.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
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Guacamole Salad For One
Ingredients
- 8 grape tomatoes -sliced in half
- ¼ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
- ⅓ cup canned black beans -rinsed and drained (about 3 oz)
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onions
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeño pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ⅛ teaspoon lime zest
- 1 clove garlic -minced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ medium avocado -seeded, peeled, and diced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, black beans, red onion, and jalapeño.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently stir to combine.
- Just before serving, fold in the chopped avocado.
Notes
- Use Fresh, Quality Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice add the best flavor.
- Adjust to Taste: Customize ingredient amounts to suit your preferences. Add chopped cilantro for extra flavor if you’d like.
- Handle Avocado Gently: Fold in the avocado last to keep it from getting mushy.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I thought I had everything, but no lime/juice. Would lemon be a substitute?
Yes, a great substitute.