Bright and refreshing, this Avocado Dip or Chutney is infused with the aromatic scent of cilantro and mint. It’s creamy, spicy, tangy and will incite double-dipping. Accompany with your favourite local seasonal veggies and crackers to create a show-stopping platter. Easy, healthy and done in the blender – in 15 minutes!

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I’m a sucker for anything dipped in chutney, but my all-time favourite is avocado-style – infused with fresh herbs. You’ll find me adding a dollop and slathering this spicy avocado dip on just about anything: eggs, salads, kebabs, vegetablesfish and even smeared on roti. MOUTHWATERING.  What can I say, it must be the desi in me; as a kid, I watched mum make concoctions of chutneys and gosh did we relish them!

Why This Is The Best Dipping Sauce – For Just About Anything!

I think you’d agree that apart from adding a punch of flavour, dips and chutneys also offer an opportunity to experiment with various herbs and spices – until you discover that hit recipe.

If you’re on the hunt for an easy avocado dip for chips or nachos – this works like a charm. Because really, the dip is the best part. It brings oodles of flavour and nutrition. Not to mention, this is a prominent vehicle for us to enjoy local Ontario produce. Currently, we can’t get enough of local cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes and peppers.

This is the also best avocado dip recipe if you’re intimidated by the thought of creating a dip. You don’t require specific tools or a long complicated list of ingredients.

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Is your mouth watering yet?

What you Need to Make This Easy And Healthy Avocado Dip

  • Avocados – ripe, peeled and stones removed
  • Tomatoes – cut into quarters
  • Coriander (cilantro) – stems and leaves
  • Mint leaves 
  • Lemon – freshly squeezed
  • Green chilli – add more or less according to you your preference
  • Sea salt – to season
  • Red chilli flakes  – for garnish

How this Dip is Different from Guacamole?

This dip is somewhat similar to guacamole but uses different ingredients. Plus, the flavour profile is totally different. The addition of mint gives this dip a refreshing punch and is scrumptious. There’s also the addition of chilli in the dip, which you can easily adjust to your preference.

I haven’t added any lime juice or garlic to the dip – which are distinctive flavours in guacamole. And this has a smoother and creamier texture. Now, if you’re looking to shake up your guac game, this is perfect.  You can enjoy this exactly the same way as you would guacamole.

How to Make Herb Avocado Dip – In 4 Steps

step by step preparation shots of avocado dip made in a blender
  • Wash, dry and prep all the ingredients (Image 1)
  • In a blender or small food processor, combine all the ingredients in the order listed (Image 2)
  • Blend until creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides as necessary and use the blender stick to mix the ingredients to help them blend more easily (Image 3-4)
  • Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with chilli flakes
  • Serve with your favourite vegetables as a satisfying and healthy snack

Desi~licious Top Tips

  • If you’re serving this to kids, go easy on the green chillies, or omit them altogether.
  • The lemon juice should stop the avocado from oxidizing quickly but if the colour changes slightly on top just give it a stir.
  • Make sure the avocadoes are ripe so they’re extra creamy and smooth.
  • You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor and blitz again until extra creamy.
  • This is best served chilled.

How to ripen avocado fast?

If you’ve got unripe avocados and don’t have the patience to wait for them to ripen (like me!), put them in a paper bag to speed up the process. I have heaps of tips to help you store your produce.

Regardless of how ripe your avocados are, the key to this avocado dip is the freshness of your herbs. When I buy fresh herbs, their scent lingers in my kitchen.  I tend to use most of the stems of the cilantro, and only the leaves of mint. I love the spicy kick of green chillies and the tanginess of the lemon.

Health Benefits of Avocados

I love avocados and they’re one of the most popular fruits in our household. Rich, creamy and versatile, they’re a great option to include as part of a healthy balanced diet. With a higher fat content than most other fruits, according to EatRight Ontario, “Avocados are rich in healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and fibre.”

One serving, which is about one-third of a medium avocado provides about 80 calories and nearly 20 different nutrients. Many of these are regarded to promote heart health heart. Avocados are a wonderful source of unsaturated fat, fibre, vitamin K, vitamin E, and potassium.

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More Appetizers You Might Like:

What’s your favourite dipping sauce? How do you enjoy more veggies in your diet? Have you tried my avocado dip recipe before? Share in the comment section below!

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Desi~liciously Yours, Shahzadi

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15-Minute Spicy Herb Avocado Dip

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 people
Bright and refreshing, this avocado dip or chutney is infused with the aromatic scent of cilantro and mint. It’s creamy, spicy, tangy and will certainly incite double dipping with your favourite veggie snacks. Gluten free, vegan and done in 15 minutes!

Ingredients
 

  • 2 avocados, ripe, medium, peeled and stones removed
  • 1 tomato, fresh, medium, cut in quarters
  • 2 cups cilantro, leaves and stems (25 g), washed
  • 2 cups mint, fresh (25 g), leaves, washed
  • 1 lemon, extra large, juiced
  • 2 green chillies, depending on the heat you fancy
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, optional, to garnish

Equipment

  • blender

Instructions
 

  • In a blender or food processor, combine all the ingredients in the order listed.
  • Blend until creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure complete mixing.
  • Serve with your favourite vegetables as a healthy and satisfying snack. Best served chilled!

Notes

  • If you’re serving this to kids, go easy on the green chillies, or omit altogether.
  • The lemon juice should stop the avocado from oxidising quickly but if the colour changes slightly on top just give it a stir.
  • Make sure the avocadoes are ripe so they’re extra creamy and smooth.
  • You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor and blitz again until extra creamy.
  • This is best served chilled.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 198kcal (10%)Carbohydrates: 17g (6%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 15g (23%)Saturated Fat: 2g (10%)Sodium: 387mg (16%)Potassium: 767mg (22%)Fiber: 11g (44%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 1936IU (39%)Vitamin C: 41mg (50%)Calcium: 82mg (8%)Iron: 2mg (11%)

Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It’s perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Cuisine: American, Fusion
Course: Side, Snack
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