Guacamole with Frozen Peas
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Add as Google Trusted SourceThis healthy guacamole combines creamy avocado with sweet green peas, fresh lime and cilantro. An easy, colorful dip for tortilla chips, crunchy veggies or your next taco night.
Peas in guacamole? I know, I was skeptical too. But after discovering this idea during a visit to Rancho La Puerta in Baja California, I had to share it. I don’t play around when it comes to guacamole, and this combination won me over!
The trick is using peas alongside the avocado. You still get that creamy texture, plenty of fresh lime and a little heat from jalapeño, while the peas add a subtle sweetness. It’s a fun way to stretch one avocado into a bowl of guac, especially when you’re serving a crowd.
I love it with crunchy veggies or spooned onto my fish tacos. And if you’re craving the classic version, my easy guacamole has you covered.
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“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!!”
Why I Love This Healthy Guacamole
- One avocado goes further: Frozen peas help fill out the bowl, so you don’t need several ripe avocados to make a batch.
- Fresh flavor in every bite: Lime, cilantro and jalapeño balance the sweetness of the peas and keep this guac bright and flavorful.
- Easy to make your own: Leave out the jalapeño for a mild dip or keep some of the membranes for more heat.
- Made for sharing: Serve it with chips, sliced veggies and my healthy 7-layer dip for an easy appetizer spread.
Ingredients Needed
- frozen peas – the unexpected ingredient that adds subtle sweetness and bright green color. Use plain frozen peas, thawed and drained well.
- avocado – gives the guacamole its creamy texture. Look for one that yields to gentle pressure without feeling mushy.
- grape tomatoes – add juicy little bites of sweetness. Cherry tomatoes work here, too.
- red onion – adds crunch and a little bite. Chop it finely so it mixes evenly throughout the dip.
- jalapeño – brings a little heat. Remove the seeds and membranes for a milder flavor, or leave it out altogether.
- cilantro – adds fresh flavor. If cilantro isn’t your thing, you can skip it.
- lime juice – balances the sweetness of the peas. Freshly squeezed makes a difference here.
- garlic – I’d start with one clove, then add the second if you love a stronger garlic flavor.
Find the full ingredient list with measurements in the recipe card below.
How to Make Healthy Guacamole with Peas
Step 1: Pulse the thawed peas in a food processor or mini chopper until almost smooth.
Step 2: Mash the avocado in a bowl, then stir in the processed peas, tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, garlic and salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Tips for the Best Pea Guacamole
- Check for excess moisture: If there’s water collected in the bowl after thawing or cooling the peas, pour it off before blending.
- Take the edge off the onion: If your red onion tastes especially sharp, rinse the chopped pieces under cold water and pat dry before adding.
- Taste with your dipper: I like to check the seasoning with a tortilla chip if that’s how I’m serving it. A salty chip can make a difference in how much salt the guac needs.
What to Serve with Healthy Guacamole
- Chips and veggies: Tortilla chips are always a good choice. I also love carrot chips, bell pepper strips and cucumber slices for scooping.
- Jicama fries: My baked jicama fries are a fun alternative to chips, especially with a generous scoop of guac on the side.
- Burrito bowls: Add a spoonful to these Chipotle-inspired vegan burrito bowls with rice, beans and your favorite toppings.
- Enchiladas: Serve alongside my chicken enchiladas, adding the guacamole after baking.
How to Store Pea Guacamole
Storage: This guacamole tastes best fresh, but you can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 1–2 days. Smooth the surface and press plastic wrap directly against it before adding the lid to help limit browning.
Make ahead: For the freshest flavor, prepare the peas and chop the onion and jalapeño ahead of time. Refrigerate separately, then mash the avocado and mix everything together shortly before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
It has the creamy avocado, lime and cilantro flavors you’d expect, with a little extra sweetness from the peas. Blending the peas until almost smooth helps them mix into the avocado without leaving whole peas throughout the dip.
Peas replace some of the avocado while adding sweetness and bright green color. They also help stretch one avocado into a larger batch. Regular guacamole can absolutely fit into a healthy diet, too. This is simply another delicious way to make it.
You can mash the prepared peas thoroughly with a fork or potato masher before mixing them with the avocado. The guacamole will have a more rustic texture, with some pea skins remaining.
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Healthy Guacamole (with Frozen Peas)
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 medium avocado, pitted
- ½ cup grape tomatoes, cut into ¼-inch dice
- ½ cup red onion, cut into ⅛-inch dice
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- juice from 1 lime
- 1-2 cloves minced fresh garlic
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Place thawed peas in the bowl of a food processor or mini chopper and pulse until the peas are almost completely smooth. Ideally you don't have any full peas intact.1 cup frozen peas
- Add avocado to a bowl and mash. Add processed peas, tomato, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, garlic and salt. Stir everything together with a fork.1 medium avocado, ½ cup grape tomatoes, ½ cup red onion, 1 jalapeño, ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, juice from 1 lime, 1-2 cloves minced fresh garlic, ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Serve with tortilla chips or veggies.
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Notes
- Don’t like spice? Omit the jalapeno for guacamole that isn’t spicy.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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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.
Glad you enjoyed it with nachos! A sandwich sounds tasty, too!
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?
You can skip peeling the avo!
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.
I just made this today and it’s gone! My boyfriend and I inhaled it for brunch! So good. Thank you!
Ah yay! I love hearing this! So glad it was a hit, Leigh-Anne. Thanks so much for the review 🙂
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!!
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!
Hello,
Avocado is not easily available in India. Could please suggest me a substitute for it. I loved this recipe.
Thanks much 🙂
Hey Pooja – Avocados are a big component to this recipe and I’m not really sure there would be a good substitute for them.
I made it 100% with peas and it’s great!
So glad this turned out great for you!
This is really good! I made it yesterday for taco night and it had a different kind of flavour than regular guacamole, but my family and I loved it! The best part is that it doesn’t go brown the next day! Maybe because of the peas in it?
So glad this recipe was a hit with your family!! And yes, it doesn’t turn brown the next day because of the peas. 🙂 Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating, I appreciate it!
Made it today, I loved it, my son loved it and my anti-pea husband ate about half the bowl. I didn’t even have an avocado to fill it out, and all of my blenders (blender, mini-chopper, and NutriBullet are missing parts. It was still easy, once I cannibalized my old blender and my MIL’s blender to make one whole Osterizer. Thank you so much!
Ahh that makes me so happy to hear!! I’m so glad this guac was a hit with your family. Thanks for trying it, Heather and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. I so appreciate it!
Ok what a great hack!!!! First off, I do NOT like peas I eat pretty much all veggies but they are my least favorite. Now i can say that I am a reformed pea lover. This came out SO well! I am so happy I decided to double the recipe for cinco de mayo. My whole family loved it and couldn’t believe there were peas in it. Its much more balanced than normal guac! MAKE IT!
Ahh that makes me SO happy to hear, Gabrielle! Thanks for giving this recipe a try and I’m so glad it was a hit with your entire family. I so appreciate you coming back to leave a comment and star rating. It’s super helpful to other readers!
I first tried guacamole with peas on a recent trip to Australia, but had never come across a recipe. This did NOT disappoint. So so easy and delish, with a little less guilt about finishing the batch off between 3 friends. Don’t sleep on this one!
Ahh that makes me so happy to hear, Keryn! I’m so glad this guac was a hit with you and your friends. Thanks so much for trying it and for coming back to leave a comment + star rating. It means the world to me!
Our nutritionist (RD) told us frozen peas can be a listeria risk so we should cook them. Frozen peas, thawed in a lunchbox was a favorite food of my middle child. Have you heard this,too? I was surprised
I can’t wait to try this! I always soak my frozen peas in warm water for a few minutes to get rid of the freezer frost and to plump them up.
#ranchmagic!!! LOVE THIS POST! Thanks Brittany! P.S. – I have dramatically reduced my sugar intake since we last talked!
Wow, guacamole with frozen peas sounds like a great idea!
I love green peas but have never tried them in guac. Great idea!
This sounds like a great idea – would have never thought of it too!
I’m Mexican and my family has always done this! Frozen peas are usually cheaper per serving than avocados too, and they keep guacamole a little more vibrant and green than just the plain guacamoles.
This is fantastic!! I love guac and have a hard time ever limiting myself to a few tablespoons, so this would work well for me – big servings and less calorie damage. YUM!
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I need to try this! Thank you!
This is a great idea. I love how it makes the recipe lower in calories.
Recently just started getting into guacamole and have been looking for something new to try and this looks like a winner. Going out today to get everything needed to have it ready for tomorrows big game. I’m sure this will be a great hit thanks for sharing and can’t wait to try it.
Awesome! Let me know how it turns out.
I LOVE making guacamole with peas!! It’s such a fun way to add in some extra veggies 🙂
Ah, yea, love it! Extra green power!
Me too!
YES to volume eating! haha. I bet this would be really good! I hope we see you guys at Lauren’s on Sunday!
I only half watch the game. I’m only in it for the snacks!
I have never tried this before, but I am a lover of green peas and guacamole, so I am certain it will be a hit! Also, it’s pretty cool that the peas slow the oxidization of the avocados, great trick!