I’m OBSESSED. Pea Guacamole is absolutely incredible!

Dare I say it?! I think I like this version of guac even better than the original.

It’s easy. Chop 1 garlic clove in a food processor, then add 1 ripe avocado, 1 cup of thawed frozen peas, 1/4 cup of red onion, a small handful of cilantro, the juice of a lime and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Pulse until it’s nice and chunky, fold in a little corn if you like, and serve. It takes about 10 minutes.

This healthy pea guacamole recipe is:

• gluten-free
• dairy-free
• packed with fiber
• high in nutrients
• no-sugar-added
• low-glycemic
• totally delicious

Guacamole itself is a deliciously healthy treat, but there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Namely, good fats. We need them and they’re good for us, but it’s easy to eat a lot of avocado in one sitting. Replacing half the avocado with green peas in this recipe lightens up both the flavor and the nutrition.

Peas are loaded with protein and fiber, making them the perfect complement to the equally-as-good-for-you avocado. Raw garlic and onion add a ton of flavor, cilantro brings that fresh green taste, and the lime adds amazing flavor and is packed with vitamin C.

Pea Guacamole Ingredient Notes

• Avocados are at the top of the Clean 15 list so no need to buy organic avocados (yay!).
• Frozen peas are also on the Clean 15 list! We are saving so much money today.
• And, while corn is also on the Clean 15, some corn is genetically engineered, so buy organic corn if you can.
• View the Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen lists here to see which fruits and veggies have the most and least pesticide residue.

How to Make Pea Guacamole

I like to make this in a food processor because it comes together in just minutes. But, if you don’t have a food processor no worries, you can do this by hand (see recipe below).

If you’re using a food processor, add the garlic alone first and let the food processor do the chopping work for you, then add the rest of the ingredients (except corn, if using) and pulse until you have a nice chunky texture. Then, mix in the corn and serve.

I don’t recommend a blender here because, while I love my blender for smoothies and other dishes, it can overmix your guacamole and leave you with an unappetizing pea guacamole smoothie (yikes!). Plus, thick dips like this are hard to scrape out of the bottom blades of a blender and you end up wasting a lot of it.

I love this recipe exactly as it’s written, and I’ve also turned it into hummus a few times to stretch it out when entertaining. Both variations are great! I’ve included that in the recipe card below.

Pea Guacamole FAQs

Do I need to cook the peas?

Nope. Just let the frozen peas sit in a bowl of room-temperature water for about 5 minutes to thaw, then drain them. They blend right in with the avocado. Fresh peas are great too when they’re in season.

Can I make pea guacamole without a food processor?

You can. Press or grate the garlic into a large bowl, add everything except the corn, and smash it all together with the back of a fork until it’s as chunky or smooth as you like. Then fold in the corn.

What do you serve pea guacamole with?

I love it with sweet potato and beet chips and raw veggies like carrots. It’s also great with tortilla chips, on chicken street tacos, or spooned over grilled chicken or fish.

How do I keep pea guacamole from turning brown?

The lime juice helps a lot. If you have leftovers, press a piece of plastic wrap right onto the surface of the dip and keep it in the fridge. It’s best the day you make it.
Want the classic version? Here’s my Traditional Guacamole Recipe. And for a party, try my Healthy 7-Layer Dip.

Enjoy!

Pea Guacamole Recipe With Sweet Potato & Beet Chips

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• Author: Elizabeth Rider
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Yield: 8 servings
• Category: Dip, Snack
• Method: Mix

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Description

This pea guac is DELICIOUS with raw carrots and other raw veggies. I especially love it with Sweets & Beets Chips (sweet potato and beet chips, you can find them at most natural grocery stores.) It’s also perfect with tortilla chips, tacos, or on top of chicken or fish. It will definitely be a new family favorite. If you love it, please leave a star rating in the comments to help other readers in our community.

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Ingredients

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• 1 large clove garlic, peeled
• 1 large ripe avocado, flesh only
• 1 cup frozen green peas, defrosted 5 minutes in a bowl of room temperature water
• 1/4 cup red onion (about a quarter of a red onion), roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (about a small handful)
• Juice of one lime (about 2-3 tablespoons)
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/4 cup frozen corn, defrosted 5 minutes in a bowl of room temperature water (optional)

Hummus Variation:

• Add 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed) with an extra 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt when you add the main ingredients. Stream in 1/4 to 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil as the food processor runs for about 30 seconds.

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Instructions

Food Processor Method (Recommended): Add the whole peeled garlic clove to the food processor and process it alone until very finely chopped. Add the rest of the ingredients except the corn and pulse 4-5 times to combine, then process 10-15 seconds until the desired texture is achieved. Remove the blade and fold in the corn.

1. By Hand (use this method if you don’t have a food processor): Press or grate the garlic into the bottom of a large bowl then add the rest of the ingredients except the corn. Smash all of the ingredients together using the back of a large fork or wooden spoon until well combined and the desired texture is achieved. Fold in the corn if using.

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Notes

The measurements of the pea guacamole ingredients are flexible, play around with it and work with what you have. I prefer red onion, but green or even yellow would also taste great. Organic frozen vegetables are packed full of nutrition and a great option when fresh isn’t available–always defrost them at room temperature, in room temperature water, or in the refrigerator overnight. Use fresh peas and corn if they’re available and in season. (Leave out the corn to make this recipe grain-free.)

Happy Snacking!