Fresh basil is a delicious alternative to fresh cilantro in guacamole.

Basil Guacamole

Ingredients:

• 2 avocados, peeled and seeded
• 1 small tomato, diced to fill about ½ cup
• 1 tiny red onion, diced to fill about 1 Tablespoon
• Juice from one lime
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce, optional
• 2 Tablespoons basil, julienned (chopped finely)

Instructions:

Mash the avocado gently with a fork. Add the remaining ingredients and stir gently. Serve with organic blue corn tortilla chips.
Serves 4

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