Herby Serrano Guacamole

July 22, 2026

In this Recipe

Ingredients
Avocados (ripe Hass) 2
Lime juice (fresh) 2 tablespoons (from about 2 regular limes or 4 Key limes)
Serrano pepper (small, thinly sliced) 1
Cilantro leaves or fronds A few leaves, plus more for garnish
Basil leaves (small) A few leaves, plus more for garnish
Mint leaves A few leaves, plus more for garnish
Extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon
Flaky salt ½ teaspoon, plus more to taste
Tostadas or tortilla chips For serving
Steps
  1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
  2. Add the lime juice, serrano, olive oil and salt. Be generous with the lime, you want it tangy.
  3. Gently mix everything together, leaving the avocado a little chunky.
  4. Fold in the cilantro, basil and mint leaves and mix briefly so they get coated in guacamole.
  5. Taste and add more lime juice or salt as needed.
  6. Finish with another little handful of herbs, a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of good salt.