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By Joanie Zisk Published: Apr 14, 2021 · Updated: Feb 15, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links · Please read my disclosure

Guacamole Salad For One

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Fresh tasting guacamole salad filled with avocado, tomatoes, yellow bell peppers, black beans, onions, and garlic tossed in a zesty dressing. It's a delicious salad for one!

a bowl filled with a guacamole salad topped with black beans and garlic on a silver tray

A guacamole salad is one of my favorite salads! I've been making a large version of this salad for years. Many years ago, I discovered and fell in love with Ina Garten's Guacamole Salad recipe. The salad is so easy to make and is filled with fresh, flavorful ingredients. This was my go-to salad recipe to bring to events and I made it often for my family.

I scaled down the recipe and created this equally fabulous Guacamole Salad For One. It's got the same delicious ingredients found in the big batch version and is every bit as tasty.

Why This Recipe Works

  • This recipe is tried and true. I've been making a version of this salad for years.
  • This guacamole salad is chunky. It's got the wonderful flavors found in a classic Mexican avocado dip and makes a tasty side dish or main dish salad.
  • The avocados stay green because of the lime juice in the dressing, so the salad stays pretty!
  • Guacamole salad is easy to make and comes together quickly.
  • This small batch recipe yields 1 large bowl or 2 small servings of guacamole salad.
  • Best of all, it's delicious!

Ingredients

tomatoes, peppers, beans, onions, limes, olive oil, garlic and an avocado on a brown cutting board.
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Ingredient Notes

See below for ways to use leftover ingredients.

  • Tomatoes: While you can use just about any type of tomato in this guacamole salad recipe, I prefer using grape or cherry tomatoes.
  • Yellow bell pepper: I use roughly half of a yellow bell pepper. See below for ways to use leftover ingredients.
  • Beans: Use canned black beans for convenience.
  • Red onion: Red onions have a mild, peppery flavor and are not as overpowering as a yellow onion.
  • Jalapeño pepper: I use a small amount of a fresh jalapeño. You can use jarred jalapeños but I love the taste of fresh better. Consider using the remainder in other recipes that call for fresh jalapeños (see below).
  • Lime: Although you can use bottled lime juice, freshly squeezed is best. Plus, you can use the zest to add a little more tang to the dressing.
  • Olive oil: I use extra virgin olive oil in this guacamole salad recipe as well as in every other recipe on One Dish Kitchen that calls for olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the least processed form of olive oil. It is an unrefined oil and the highest-quality olive oil you can buy. Because of the way extra virgin olive oil is made, it retains more true olive taste. It also contains more of the vitamins and minerals found in olives. It's my favorite type of olive oil to use but you may use a lighter olive oil instead.
  • Seasonings: Use salt, black pepper, and a touch of cayenne pepper.
  • Garlic: One minced garlic clove is all you need.
  • Avocado: Use ½ of an avocado.

How To Make This Recipe

See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.

  1. Place the tomatoes, yellow pepper, black beans, red onion, and jalapeño pepper in a medium-sized bowl.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper and pour over the vegetables.
dressing poured over a bowl of tomatoes, yellow pepper, black beans and red onions
  1. Use a spoon and mix everything together.
black beans, tomatoes, and yellow peppers on a white bowl with a spoon on the side.
  1. Fold in the chopped avocado just before you are ready to enjoy the salad.
A large white bowl filled with a guacamole salad on a brown cutting board

Expert Tips

  • Use extra virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice for best flavor.
  • This is a recipe that you can easily tweak to make your own. Feel free to add extra amounts of any of the ingredients. Also consider adding a tablespoon or two of finely chopped cilantro.
  • The more you stir the salad, the more the avocado will soften and possibly fall apart. This will cause the salad to turn a little creamy. To make sure this doesn't happen, gently fold the pieces of avocado into the other salad ingredients in the bowl.
  • Consider adding ¼ cup of grilled corn to your guacamole salad as a delicious addition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make This Salad Ahead?

Since the avocados will turn brown when exposed to air, combine the other ingredients together in a bowl and mix in the dressing. Add the avocados when you are ready to eat the salad.

Can This Recipe Be Doubled?

Yes! If you'd like to make extra, just double the ingredients.

Can I Add A Protein To Guacamole Salad?

Absolutely, add 1 cup of cooked chicken or steak to your salad for an extra boost of protein.

A bowl of chunky guacamole with a spoon filled with vegetables.

Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients

If you have any ingredients leftover from this guacamole salad recipe, you might like to consider adding them to any of these single serving and small batch recipes:

  • Tomatoes: Pan Fried Okra and Tomatoes, Chicken Caprese Salad, Lentil Stew
  • Yellow bell peppers: Sausage and Peppers, Turkey Chili, Stuffed Peppers
  • Black beans: Black Bean Hummus, Vegetarian Enchiladas, Breakfast Burritos
  • Red onions: Spinach and Orzo Salad, Mediterranean Chicken, Greek Salad
  • Limes: Lime Posset, Key Lime Pie, Skinny Margarita, Ranch Water
  • Olive oil: Pesto, Cioppino, Sloppy Joe
  • Garlic: Roasted Garlic Olives and Feta, Baba Ganoush, Butter Chicken
  • Jalapeño: Pico de Gallo, Cucumber Salsa, Saag Paneer
  • Cayenne pepper: Shrimp Creole, Ginger Turmeric Tea, Baked Cod with Chermoula
  • Avocado: Avocado Toast, Avocado Salad with Berries, Guacamole, Cowboy Caviar

Serving Suggestions

Although I love eating guacamole salad right out of the bowl, it makes a wonderful topping for chicken or fish and also makes a delicious hearty dip. You might like to enjoy it with any of these single serving recipes:

  • Broiled Chicken
  • Baked Salmon
  • Homemade Baked Tortilla Chips

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Recipe

a chunky guacamole salad in a yellow bowl on a silver tray next to half of a red onion.

Guacamole Salad For One

Fresh tasting guacamole salad filled with avocado, tomatoes, yellow bell peppers, black beans, onions, and garlic tossed in a zesty dressing. It's a delicious salad for one!
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See the post above for expert tips,
FAQs and ways to use leftover ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 273kcal
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 8 grape tomatoes
  • ¼ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
  • ⅓ cup canned black beans , rinsed and drained (about 3-ounces)
  • 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
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Instructions

  • Place the tomatoes, yellow pepper, black beans, red onion, and jalapeño pepper in a medium-sized bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper and pour over the vegetables. Use a spoon and mix everything together.
  • Fold in the chopped avocado and enjoy.

Notes

Expert Tips
  • Use extra virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice for best flavor.
  • This is a recipe that you can easily tweak to make your own. Feel free to extra amounts of any of the ingredients if you'd like. Also consider adding a tablespoon or two of finely chopped cilantro.
  • The more you stir the salad, the more the avocado will soften and possibly fall apart. This will cause the salad to turn a little creamy. To make sure this doesn't happen, gently fold the pieces of avocado into the other salad ingredients in the bowl.
  • Consider adding ¼ cup of grilled corn to your guacamole salad as a delicious addition.
Recipe inspired by Ina Garten
Nutrition Facts
Guacamole Salad For One
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 273 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 5mg0%
Potassium 216mg6%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 579IU12%
Vitamin C 15mg18%
Calcium 12mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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.

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About Joanie Zisk

Joanie Zisk is the creator behind OneDishKitchen.com, the number one website for single-serving recipes. Joanie has over 10 years of experience in developing and publishing recipes, author of “The Ultimate Cooking for One Cookbook”, and a passionate home cook. Our aim is to inspire individuals with access to single-serving recipes, education, and a supportive community that will enable them to enjoy the preparation of a meal that will nourish both body and soul.

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