Late June evenings are really lovely and special. The residual heat of the day makes dusk so quiet and comfortable that you just want to linger… it’s my favorite time of day.
Of course, in the last few weeks, there have been other things occupying any free moments – namely, the World Cup.
And let me tell you, I stress eat a lot while watching my favorites fight it out.
So as you cheer on your favorite team (Les Bleus? or USA?), tuck into this summery pomegranate guacamole.
Just the right amount of spice versus sweetness. And isn’t that just the combination in life that makes it all happen.
Tips: Don’t tell, but I actually prefer this with homemade pita chips rather than tortilla chips, although it is delicious with either.
Pomegranate guacamole
You’ll need:
- 4 ripe avocados
- 1 small pomegranate, seeded
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- lime juice
- red pepper flakes
- 1 small tomato, finely diced
- salt, pepper
- fresh mint (optional)
1. Scoop out the avocado. In a large bowl, mash together the avocado, garlic, lime juice, and red pepper flakes.
I prefer to leave it a little bit chunky, but do it according to your own taste.
2. Add the red onion and taste for seasoning. Add salt & pepper.
3. Fold in the tomato, cilantro and pomegranate. Top with more pomegranate seeds and a few sprigs of fresh mint.
I only recently discovered I liked avocado, but I’ve loved pomegranate for ever, and this sounds like something I would love. And a nice change from traditional guacamole too!
I think it’s a really fun combination – thanks, Darya! And I’m with you, pomegranate is just fantastic for adding a zing of flavor.
It adds that little bit of surprise crunch. I think I want to try this with homemade pita chips too.
Agreed! I think you’ll enjoy it 🙂 Thanks, Bam!
I bet the pomegranate adds a great punch of flavour to the guac, what a tasty idea 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Thank you, Uru!
The addition of pomegranate here is very unique and beautiful! I make guacamole all the time but I’ve never made it quite like this – I am rather excited to try your recipe! I am glad that you’re enjoying the sunshine and warmth of summer… definitely make the most of it! xx
The thing with guacamole is that there are endless variations and everyone makes it just a bit differently (shhh…my favorite is made by my friend Lyn 🙂 ). I do love this one though, it’s so lovely & tropical. xx
Lovely addition – I like the idea of giving it a Middle Eastern twist.
Ohhh that gives me another idea of a topping with pomegranate molasses!