Guacamole is the king of appetizers. That creamy green dip just has no competition when it comes to whetting appetites. But chips and guac isn’t the end of the story — when it comes to guacamole appetizers, versatility knows no bounds.
From bruschetta to shrimp cocktails, guacamole puts a creamy green spin on your favorite apps. Plus, you’ll earn mad creativity points.
Here’s our guide to dishing up a wide array of guacamole appetizers.
Related: Another appetizer favorite is our original recipe for Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche. It’s not guac, but it’s just as delightful.
Making a great first impression with your appetizers will set the tone for your entire event. Make any gathering a class act by serving delicate favorites such as:
Pro tip: If your avocados aren’t quite at peak ripeness yet but you’ve got to have guacamole pronto, you’re in luck: Check out how to ripen an avocado.
While guacamole and tortilla chips is a classic duo, why not change things up by dunking something different? These traditional appetizers are excellent alternatives for dipping into your guac:
But if your appetizer spread is overbooked with complex and experimental combinations, balance things out with the creamy subtlety of guacamole. Straight forward favorites are a great way to make people feel right at home.
Take a shot at upgrading your favorite apps with guac — we’ll bet you won’t regret it! Of course, appetizers are just the beginning. Find more avo-inspiration on our guacamole recipe page.