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Last weekend, I whipped up a fun and festive twist to one of my all-time favorite snacks—guacamole. But this wasn’t just any guac—it was Pumpkin Guacamole. Sounds strange, right? I thought so too at first! But trust me, it’s a game-changer. It’s perfect for fall, but honestly, my family gobbled it up so fast that I’m convinced we’ll be making it all year round. My kids, who usually turn up their noses at anything resembling a vegetable, actually asked for seconds. My partner? Let’s just say, we’ve found our new go-to dip for parties. It has the creaminess of traditional guacamole with a touch of sweet, nutty pumpkin that takes it to another level.

Ingredients

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For this recipe, you’ll need the following fresh and flavorful ingredients:

2 ripe avocados
½ cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned, both work)
1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional for some heat)
1 garlic clove, minced
Juice of 1 lime
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for a bit of extra warmth)
Tortilla chips or veggie sticks for serving

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Instructions

Mash the avocados: Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Use a fork to mash until smooth, but leave a few chunks for texture.
Add the pumpkin puree: Stir in the pumpkin puree until well combined. It gives the guac a creamy, subtly sweet note that blends perfectly with the avocados.
Toss in the flavor boosters: Add the lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season: Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, and cumin (if using). Give it a good stir and taste test. Adjust seasoning to your preference.
Serve: Spoon the pumpkin guacamole into a bowl and serve with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.

Notes

se ripe avocados: Soft, ripe avocados are key to getting that creamy texture. If your avocados aren’t ripe yet, place them in a paper bag with a banana for a day or two.
Fresh lime juice: Always go for fresh lime juice rather than bottled—it makes a huge difference in flavor.
Taste as you go: Everyone’s preferences vary, so keep tasting and adjusting the seasoning until it’s just right for you.
Don’t overmix: Keep some chunks of avocado for that classic guacamole texture. Over-mixing can make it too smooth.
Add toppings for texture: A sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds or pomegranate arils on top adds a nice contrast of textures.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 150