If one of your life goals (like most of us) is to turn guacamole into a meal, you can check it off the bucket list. Diced chicken breast in a zesty guac is a tortilla chip's dream come true. ...get the recipe
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September 16th, 2025 is National Guacamole Day

What's tops among tapas? Surely it must be that old stand-by, guacamole! This Mexican dip goes great with tortilla chips, veggie dippers, and more. Plus, it's so easy to make and serve fresh with a few basic ingredients like avocado, tomato, salt and lime juice. CDK even has deluxe variations that really build on these basic building blocks, so check it out!
Recipes to celebrate National Guacamole Day
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Classic GuacamoleServes/Makes 4 / Ready In: 1-2 hrs
You can't go wrong with a good, traditional bowl of guacamole. This guac has just the right balance of flavors and texture. ...get the recipe
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Margarita GuacamoleServes/Makes 2 cups / Ready In: < 30 minutes
Splashes of tequila and triple sec or Cointreau add an eye-opening pop to some guac, which is already zesty thanks to fresh jalapeno and cilantro. ...get the recipe
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Fish Fajitas With Tomatillo GuacamoleServes/Makes 6 / Ready In: 1-2 hrs
The fish in this recipe is poached in beer instead of frying, so it is lower in calories and stays flaky-tender. The tomatillo guacamole makes a perfect topping on the fish. ...get the recipe
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Rosa Mexicano's Guacamole en MolcajeteServes/Makes 2 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
Making guacamole from scratch is simple and it tastes so much better than store-bought. Plus, avocados are healthy making this snack an all-around winner! ...get the recipe
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Chunky Guacamole VerdeServes/Makes 6 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
This guacamole uses green salsa (made with tomatillos) instead of the traditional tomato salsa. The green salsa gives it a little extra tart bite that pairs well with salty tortilla chips. ...get the recipe
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Crabby GuacamoleServes/Makes 8 / Ready In: < 30 minutes
You'll love the sensational addition of crab to a cilantro and jalapeno-packed bowl of guacamole. ...get the recipe
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