Zesty Mexican Guacamole with Chips

Ingredients

• 3 large avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 1 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

• 8 small corn tortillas, cut into wedges
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for the tortilla chips.
2. 02
   Place the cut tortilla wedges on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
3. 03
   Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the chips are golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
4. 04
   In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until smooth but still chunky.
5. 05
   Add lime juice, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocados. Mix well until combined.
6. 06
   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more lime juice or salt to taste.
7. 07
   Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl and serve immediately with the homemade tortilla chips.