Middle-Eastern Guacamole

Name: Middle-Eastern Guacamole
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 large Haas avocados; 1 lime, juiced; ½ teaspoon salt; 1½ tablespoon za’atar seasoning; 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon toasted sliced almonds; 2 tablespoon harissa, or more to taste

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It's a little taste of Mexico by way of the Middle East! This middle-eastern version of guacamole has everything you love about your favorite party dip, but with a twist. Just like with traditional guacamole, avocados are lightly mashed with lime juice and salt. However, this version uses za'atar seasoning, harissa, and almonds for a flavorful spin on the classic. Reserve small portions of the za'atar, cilantro, and almonds for use as garnish. Serve with chips, pita chips, or fresh veggies.

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Servings: 8

Ready in: 10min PT10M

Ingredients

3 large Haas avocados
1 lime, juiced
½ teaspoon salt
1½ tablespoon za’atar seasoning
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon toasted sliced almonds
2 tablespoon harissa, or more to taste

Directions

Mash avocado, lime juice, and salt together in a bowl with a fork until mostly smooth, retaining some chunks of avocado.
Stir za’atar, cilantro, and almonds through the avocado mixture; add harissa and stir.

Mealthy tip:

Za'atar is an intensely aromatic and ancient spice blend, traditionally made with dried herbs such as marjoram or thyme. Harissa is a hot sauce or paste used in North African cuisine, made from chili peppers, paprika, and olive oil.

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Tal Levitas says:

Za'atar makes everything taste better.

Sam Dalton says:

Very good guac! Also my first time using za’atar. I've been missing out my entire life. This is the perfect way to switch up a traditional Mexican dip.

Laura Griffin says:

The harissa was everything on this middle eastern guac recipe. Perfect amount of heat, lots of flavor, and good crunch with the almonds.

Greg Jones says:

I don't usually like guacamole but I actually really love this version. Perfect with warm pita bread! A little spicy too, which I like.

Melissa Hunter says:

I could not find za'atar, so I used dried thyme, toasted sesame seeds, dried oregano, marjoram, and salt. It worked ok as a substitute, I really liked the flavor.