Guasacaca (pronounced “wah-sah-cah-cah”) is the Venezuelan version of guacamole that includes vinegar along with the zing of citrus.
Smooth and creamy, this could be your new go-to dip or even salad dressing! And it’s oh-so-satisfying and ready in minutes using familiar ingredients.
Yes, eating healthy can be all these things.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados, peeled and cut into pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- ¼ cup white onion, chopped
- 1/3 green bell pepper, seeded/cut in large chunks
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded/deveined/chopped (or sub more green pepper to make ½ cup total)
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves
- 1 Tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1-2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ cup neutral-flavored oil, like grapeseed
- 1-2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: cayenne/crushed chili flakes/nutritional yeast flakes
Directions
- To a blender or food processor, add avocado, garlic, onion, peppers, herbs. With machine on, add oil in a small stream, followed by smaller amounts of lime juice and vinegar.
- Add pinches of salt/pepper and adjust acid level to taste. Process further to evenly incorporate all ingredients and ensure a smooth texture.
- Put in serving bowl and garnish. Serve with chips, crackers (seed-based or other favorite) or crudités.