How much do I love avocados? Let me count the ways.
Allow me to add one more: Greek Guacamole. Hello.
This recipe inspired by my love for all things Mediterranean food, and, of course, guacamole*. How have I not combined the two sooner?
*Note: you can learn more about the origins of guacamole here.
The idea is simple! Swap traditional guacamole ingredients–like lime and cilantro–for Mediterranean-friendly flavors–like lemon, sun-dried + fresh tomatoes, oregano + parsley, and kalamata olives. Plus, just 8 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 10 minutes required.
The result is a savory, extremely flavorful dip that’s like guacamole, but on a whole other level. Basically, imagine guacamole and greek salad made a baby.
I hope you guys love this dip! It’s:
Creamy
Savory
Fresh
Greek-inspired
Packed with veggies + herbs
Super healthy
Satisfying
& Simple
This would make the perfect dip to go alongside Mediterranean-inspired entrées, especially my Mediterranean Baked Sweet Potatoes, Chickpea Shawarma Salad, Chickpea Shawarma Sandwich, and Easy Vegan Falafel.
You can dip it with virtually anything, even tortilla chips! But my favorite is pita chips. Serious yum.
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Greek Guacamole
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados (halved, pit removed)
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 heaping Tbsp chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 Tbsp diced ripe cherry tomato
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 tsp dried oregano (or sub fresh)
- 2 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 4 whole kalamata olives (pitted and chopped // optional)
- 1 pinch each sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Add avocado and lemon juice to a large mixing bowl and use a potato masher, pastry cutter, or large fork to mash and mix.
- Add remaining ingredients (olives are optional), and stir to combine (see photo). Sample and add salt and pepper if needed.
- Adjust other flavors if needed, adding more lemon for acidity, sun-dried tomato for deeper tomato flavor, onion for crunch/spice, or parsley or oregano.
- Enjoy immediately with pita, pita chips, or vegetables! Best when fresh, though leftovers keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
Notes
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without optional ingredients or sides.
Nathalie Nissan says
I just made this and my 3 picky children eaters loved it! Thank you!
Sofia says
Wow, this is another nice and delicious recipe, thank you very much!!! :)
bere says
if you like the idea of mediterranean infused mexican food you should check out bajamed cuisine, that’s our whole deal. geetings from baja!!
Lisa says
I don’t understand how this is “Greek” all of the replacement ingredients that according to the author in someway differ from the traditionally “Mexican” guac are in fact Mexican ingredients. You’re telling me Mexico doesn’t have sun dried tomatoes too? please.
Zech says
You don’t see sun dried tomatoes in a lot of mexican dishes dude. Same with kalamata olives. Chill the f out.
Ana @ Ana's Rocket Ship says
Mmmm. I LOVE greek salad. Now I can have my greek salad fix and my avocado fix at the same time!
Rosebud says
I’ve never tasted avocado dip with such flavor. The dried tomatoes really woke up my taste buds. I give this dish a ten. Simply Awesome!
Robin Hoppe says
I made this on Saturday for company and it was delicious! I had a Greek main dish so served this with drinks before hand. Everyone loved it! It looked gorgeous. The flavor was complex with the sundried tomato, olives, lemon. It was a home run! I served it with pita chips.
Stacey says
This is such a good guac! I made it without sun dried tomatoes (forgot to buy) and it was so good! I can’t wait to make it again with them. I bet it is even better.
Adam says
I’m so sad that the term “Greekamole” didn’t feature once in this recipe :'(
Lea says
Absolutely Awesome.
Lauren says
This recipe is killing me! Avos are $7 each in Australia right now :(
Libby says
That’s beautiful! The flavors are so great. I’ll bet it’s delicious.
Rachel says
Dana, this was great! I had all these ingredient on-hand and loved how simple, yet flavorful it was. I did leave out the oregano and added salt. It was perfect for dipping carrots and throwing on top of my salad.
Yay! thanks for sharing!
Sarah - Tasting Lifestyle says
This looks so delicious, thanks for sharing!
KJ | Omnomherbivore says
Totally thought the sun-dried tomatoes were bacon bits there for a second :p This sounds like a fun tweak on the regular guac!
Bernice @ Doughverload says
There’s currently a shortage of avocados in Australia due to bad weather but this looks do good that I think I’ll have to make it anyway! I’ll be leaving the olives out of mine and perhaps substituting some lime juice :-)
Cas @ Best Life Wise says
What a clever way to spice up a traditional guacamole dip…I love it Dana. I would definitely add in the olive too ;-)
Celeste @The Whole Serving says
Such a great idea, I can taste it through the computer screen. Another one to add to my list of got to have it and it will definitely be on my game day menu.
Thanks
Cassie Tran says
I am such a guacamole lover! LOVE this recipe!
Rosanna says
Just ask Dana to make a creative version of a well known dish!.. Incredible mix of ingredients that will burst in your palate!.. Loved this recipe.. made it tonight and added to my toast bread!.. Amazing recipe again Dana!.. I just can’t wait for your book to be released!
Ha! Thanks Rosanna! Hope you love it!
Nicolle says
Any tips for keeping the guacamole from not turning brown the next day?
Of course, guac is best fresh. But the lemon juice will help it from turning. Also, when you refrigerate it, make sure you have plastic wrap in contact with the surface so air isn’t able to reach it!
Lawrence Massey says
You can prevent avocados/guacamole from browning by simply placing a chunk of raw onion in the storage bag or container with it.
Thanks for the tip, Lawrence!
Danielle says
Tara Stiles has a similar recipe, only she also adds the brine from the olives, really delicious… Looks great!
Great idea! Hope you love it, Danielle!
Hannah Elizabeth says
Genius!! Like you, I adore basically anything Mediterranean and I’m pretty sure guac is like my life blood when it comes to savory food. Why not Greek guac??? Sounds like bomb to me!
Alison @Food by Mars says
Amazing combos!! Greek style is always welcomed and guacamole is just the best :) So creative, love it.
Thanks Alison! xo
Nadia@maisontravers says
Perfect timing. I have a bunch of sun dried tomatoes I did not know what to do with and just bought avos.
DO WORK. Hope you love it, Nadia! xoxo
Aubrey says
This looks so good! I love the twist on classic guac!:)
Laura ~ Raise Your Garden says
I totally agree! That spin on guac sounds scrumptious. Been in such a Greek mood lately. My parents just got back from a month in Greece and Turkey and brought me back this absolutely fabulous dress. So I tried to order another one from the website on the tag. But the whole website is in Greek and I can’t read it so I’m unable to order unless I can find someone to can read Greek! And I don’t know anyone who can! Until then, I’m just going to make this and get all Greek.
Anastasia says
I can help let me know
Melanie@Toots + Dill says
Oh the sundried tomatoes must add a nice lil kick to this!! Yum!! =)
Sarah | Well and Full says
I’ve never seen Greek guacamole before, but this is such a creative and genius idea!! Such a great combination of flavors!
Thanks lady! Hope you love it! xoxo