The one required ingredient for guacamole is an avocado. Following that you'll want some kind of acidic ingredient, such as lime or lemon juice, especially if you plan to hold the dip for a while prior to your party. The rest of the ingredients are up to your own personal taste. Sometimes I add celery, other times chopped cilantro will be added, often a hot pepper or two will get tossed in. A lot depends on what I have on hand. Your guacamole can be chunky or smooth, spicy or mild. Follow your own preferences and whims. The following recipes should be taken as inspiration for putting your own personal spin on this satisfying dip.
Perfect Guacamole - This recipe is similar to the way I like to make my guacamole, chunky, spicy, and with some chopped tomato for added color.
Enlightened Guacamole - This version is made with nonfat yogurt. I make it when I'm feeling particularly virtuous. It also has the advantage of holding well overnight.
Guacamole Central - The California Avocado Board serves up eight variations on this site.
Guacamole - This is a basic recipe from About.com Guide to Southern Cuisine, Diana Rattray.
Chunky Guacamole Recipe - Peggy Trowbridge Fillipone, About Guide to Homecooking, offers a chunky version with interesting options.
Holiday Guacamole - This unusual version mixes in fruit with the basic recipe. As I said, anything is possible!
