Creamy avocado meets crispy bacon, tangy Cotija, and fresh lime in this irresistible twist on a classic dip. A flavor-packed appetizer.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh Produce
01 - 3 ripe avocados
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
03 - 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
04 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
05 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
→ Meats
07 - 6 slices bacon
→ Dairy
08 - 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
→ Pantry
09 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make:
01 - Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, 8–10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
02 - Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop flesh into a large bowl. Mash with a fork to your desired consistency.
03 - Add red onion, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocados. Mix gently to combine.
04 - Fold in most of the crumbled bacon and Cotija cheese, reserving a little of each for garnish.
05 - Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl. Top with reserved bacon and Cotija cheese. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or sliced vegetables.
