Healthy Guacamole with Frozen Peas

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This healthy guacamole with frozen peas is lower in fat and calories, but tastes just as delicious as the real deal. The peas add a subtle sweetness and give the guac a vibrant green color!

Bowl of guacamole on a table with a wood spoon, lime and cilantro.

Secret Ingredient for Healthy Guacamole

I know a guacamole purist won’t like this idea, but my healthy guacamole recipe has a secret ingredient = frozen peas. I know what you’re thinking… peas in guacamole, what?!? But don’t worry, no one will be able to detect that you used peas in place of some of the avocado. It tastes just as good as the real deal, maybe even better.

In my mind, there’s nothing unhealthy about regular guacamole. Avocado is a healthy fat. That said, using frozen peas in place of a couple extra avocados makes this guacamole lower in calories and fat per serving. Which basically means you can eat more. As a volume eater this makes me a happy camper. I also have an easy guacamole recipe if you’re looking to stick to the original!

Ingredients for pea guacamole on a table: tomatoes, jalapeño, red onion, avocado, lime, garlic, cilantro and a bowl of frozen peas.

I can’t take credit for this idea. The original recipe is actually from Rancho La Puerta, a resort and spa in Baja, California that I visited a few years ago.

Mixing bowl with the ingredients for pea guacamole.

I know some of you may be nervous to add frozen peas to your guacamole, but you have to trust me on this one. I don’t play around when it comes to guacamole and this version is delicious. As an added bonus, the peas keep the guacamole looking extra green since they don’t turn brown like avocados do.

My recommendation — try the recipe for yourself this weekend and let me know how you like it. If you’re making it for a party or family gathering, I highly recommend doubling the recipe. It will go quick.. trust me!

Healthy Options to Pair with Guacamole

Oh, and if you’re looking for something healthy to serve with this guac, here are some options:

  • carrots – I love buying fresh carrot chips. They look like little waffle fries and they provide a good crunch
  • fresh jicama or my baked jicama fries
  • baked pita chips
  • grain-free tortilla chips
Hand dipping a tortilla chip into a bowl of guacamole.

Meals that Pair Well with Guacamole

More Game Day Snacks

Need more inspiration? Be sure to check out my full collection of healthy game day snacks and all of the appetizer recipes on EBF!

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Healthy Guacamole (with Frozen Peas)

This healthy guacamole with frozen peas is lower in fat and calories, but tastes just as delicious as the real deal. The peas add a subtle sweetness and give the guac a vibrant green color!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup frozen peas, slightly thawed
  • 1 medium avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped
  • juice from 1 lime
  • ½ cup grape tomatoes, cut into ¼ -inch dice
  • ½ cup red onion, cut into â…›-inch dice
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1-2 cloves minced fresh garlic
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions 

  • Place peas in the bowl of a food processor or mini chopper and pulse until the peas are smooth.
  • Transfer peas into a medium bowl and add lime juice, tomato, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic and salt. Stir everything together with a fork.
  • Add avocado chunks to the bowl and mix well, mashing the avocado as you stir.
  • Serve with an assortment of raw vegetables and tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 cup | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: frozen pea guacamole
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39 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Hello,

    Avocado is not easily available in India. Could please suggest me a substitute for it. I loved this recipe.

    Thanks much 🙂

    1. Hey Pooja – Avocados are a big component to this recipe and I’m not really sure there would be a good substitute for them.

  2. 5 stars
    Oh my yummmm!! There’s a good chance this will be gone by the end of the day. I love the freshness and sweetness the peas add–definitely my new favorite guac!!

    1. Ah yay! So glad this guacamole was a hit, Erica! Thanks for trying it and coming back to leave a review. I really appreciate it!

  3. 5 stars
    I just made this today and it’s gone! My boyfriend and I inhaled it for brunch! So good. Thank you!

    1. Ah yay! I love hearing this! So glad it was a hit, Leigh-Anne. Thanks so much for the review 🙂

  4. Why would you peel an avacado before cutting it in half and taking the pit out.? Why not just cut it in the skin and scoop it out. Less messy?

    1. I like to quarter and peel my avocados in case they’re not perfect under the skin.

      Sometimes there are small rotten spots that I don’t want to eat.

  5. It tastes lovely but need to rember it isn’t guacamole. I had it with nachos but think it would be lovely in a sandwich too.

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