Guacamole seasoning has all the flavors you love in guac, but in spice form. Mix up a batch to make super-quick and delicious guacamole anytime.
If you love guacamole but not all the chopping of ingredients involved, you’re going to love this seasoning blend. You can use it to make a quick homemade guacamole on the fly without chopping any ingredients at all. It’s got all your favorite guacamole flavors like cilantro, cumin, garlic, lime, onion and more for perfectly seasoned guacamole every time.
Note: Below you’ll find a recipe for a full 1/2 cup (4 oz.) batch of guacamole seasoning mix. In addition, in case you’re trying to make just enough for a single batch of guacamole, we’ve also given a recipe below that makes the correct amount for using 2 avocados. We hope you find this helpful!
Scroll down to read more about how it all comes together or click here to jump straight down to the recipe.
Ingredients
I’ve tested this guacamole seasoning mix and gotten it perfect for my taste. Depending on how you like yours, you may want to adjust the spices a little.
First, we’re using dried cilantro for this mixture so that it can be stored for later. If you’re going to be using it all right away, you can add fresh cilantro to your guacamole as usual.
There is quite a bit of cumin in here, which I know not everyone loves. If you don’t usually enjoy cumin in your guac, you can reduce it or omit it.
We’re also going to be using garlic and onion powder. This totally saves time from chopping up the fresh versions of these ingredients, but you can reduce the amounts if you know you’ll be adding fresh garlic and onion to your recipes.
The tomato powder is a very interesting ingredient worth trying and adds great richness. It’s bright and tangy with umami too. Note that I’ve listed it as optional because it isn’t sold at my grocery store and you’ll likely have to order it (find it on Amazon here). If you don’t want to use it, omit it. Then when making guac you can chop up some fresh tomato to add into the mix.
Finally, we have some salt, just a little bit of cayenne pepper, and lime zest. If you love heat, you use extra cayenne or add some crushed red pepper flakes as well. Note that because the lime zest isn’t fully dry, you’ll want to use your blend up within a couple of weeks. If you want it to keep for longer, omit the lime zest.
I do also suggest adding at least a little lemon or lime juice when you mix your guacamole for brightness and to help prevent browning. If you’ll be eating the guacamole right away, don’t worry about it. But if it’ll be sitting with some chips on the table for a little while, the citrus juice will help.
How To Use Guacamole Seasoning
When using this, you want one tablespoon of seasoning for two avocados in your guacamole recipe. Mash the avocados and mix in the seasoning blend along with any other fresh ingredients. Allow to sit for at least 5 minutes to hydrate the cilantro and other seasonings and to allow the flavors to blend. Stir again before serving with tortilla chips.
Of course, just because it’s called guacamole seasoning doesn’t mean it’s limited to that! Sprinkle a little on avocado toast or scrambled eggs. Add flavor to roasted or air fryer veggies. Tell me how you’re using it in the comments below.
Making A Small Batch Of Guacamole Seasoning
If you want a full batch of homemade Guacamole Seasoning in your pantry that you can grab and use whenever, then scroll down to make the full recipe. However, if you just want a small batch to use right now in a recipe that calls for it, or, if you just want to know approximately how much of each ingredient to add directly to something that you’re making, I have the info for you here.
| To Make 1 Tablespoon of Guacamole Seasoning (For 2 Avocados), Combine: |
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• 1 tsp. dried cilantro* • 1/2 tsp. onion powder • 1/2 tsp. tomato powder (optional) • 1/2 tsp. lime zest • 1/4 tsp. ground cumin • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder • 1/4 tsp. salt • A pinch of cayenne Note that if you’re only using 1 avocado, the above recipe can be easily halved. |
To Add Directly to the Food You’re Cooking: Add dried cilantro as the main ingredient. Then add half as much onion powder, tomato powder, and lime zest. Then add half that amount of ground cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Then just a touch of cayenne, if desired.
Storing Homemade Guacamole Seasoning
If you’re just making a small amount to use right away, you won’t need to worry about this. But if you’re making the full recipe or even a double batch, here’s what to keep in mind.
The salt will draw the excess moisture out of the lime zest so that it can be stored. But it takes some time, so it’s best to leave the container of seasoning open for a day to let that moisture escape. Give it a shake occasionally to keep it from clumping up.
Then, you can store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight for up to 2 weeks. If you’d like to store the blend for longer, omit the lime zest.
More Homemade Seasoning Mixes
If you love mixing up your own spice blends, you’ll have to give these seasoning recipes a try too.
Homemade Guacamole Seasoning Recipe
Makes 1/2 cup, enough for 16 mashed avocados. To use, add 1 tablespoon of seasoning per 2 avocados (or 1 and 1/2 teaspoons for every 1 avocado). Mix your amount of seasoning with the mashed avocados, then allow to rest for 5 minutes so that the dried cilantro can hydrate and the flavors can blend. Stir then serve. I also like to add a bit of lemon or lime juice to the guacamole, if I have some. It adds a bit of tang and also helps slow discoloration.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 4 oz. (1/2 cup) 1x
- Category: Spice Blend
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. dried cilantro
- 4 tsp. onion powder
- 4 tsp. tomato powder (optional)
- 2 tsp. ground cumin
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. cayenne
- 1 lime, zested (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine all the ingredients.
- Let mixture stand for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the salt to draw out the moisture and oils from the lime zest. Break up any clumps that form.
- Use immediately or transfer mixture to an air-tight container*. If lime zest was used, store up 2 weeks in a cool, dry, dark, place. If lime zest was not used, store up to 3 months in a cool, dry, dark, place.
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Notes
*It’s best to leave the container of seasoning open for a bit if storing so some moisture from the lime zest can escape. Shake it occasionally, then seal after a day.
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