Quick Avocado GuacamoleQuick Avocado Guacamole. Picture: The South African Avocado Growers' Association

Hey hey, fam! I hope everyone is doing amazing today!

Now then… seeing as I have officially clocked in for our daily food meeting, we can finally get this show on the road and jump straight into today’s agenda.

The star of today’s episode, the VIP, the Beyoncé of the kitchen, the hero our taste buds have been waiting for is… Quick Avocado Guacamole!

Now listen, if you are already an avocado lover, you are about to be very happy. And if you are not quite on Team Avocado yet, come a little closer—I have a feeling this recipe might make you reconsider your current relationship status with avocados.

Seriously, all I can say is this: YOU. WILL. LOVE. IT.

In fact, don’t be surprised if it quietly sneaks its way onto your favourites list.

So, enough talking—let me show you how to bring today’s little masterpiece to life!

How to make Quick Avocado Guacamole

Serves: 4
Preparation time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and stoned
  • 2 medium tomatoes, seeds removed and roughly chopped
  • 5 ml (1 tsp.) ground cumin
  • 1 red chilli, finely chopped (optional)
  • 4 spring onions, sliced
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp.) lemon juice
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp.) finely chopped fresh coriander
  • 2,5 ml (1/2 tsp.) smoked paprika
  • Lemon wedges, to serve
  • Corn chips, to serve
  • Fresh coriander, to garnish

Method:

  1. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and stir well to combine.
  2. Cover and allow to stand for 10 minutes for the flavours to develop.
  3. Garnish and serve.

*The image and recipe were supplied by The South African Avocado Growers’ Association

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By Asanda Mbayimbayi

Asanda Mbayimbayi is an award-winning Lifestyle & Entertainment News Editor and Journalist celebrated for her dynamic voice in digital lifestyle, entertainment, and hard news journalism. Honoured with the Galliova People’s Hero 2025 Award for her authentic storytelling and powerful connection with audiences, she continues to redefine journalism with purpose, empathy, and impact. With an instinct for uncovering stories that resonate and a deep understanding of audience engagement, Asanda brings clarity, depth, and heart to every piece she crafts. Beyond the newsroom, she wears many hats — Researcher, Qualified Bible Teacher, Content Creator, Producer, Motivational Speaker, and Book Editor to name a few — using her creative and spiritual insight to inspire transformation through words. Whether leading editorial teams, producing meaningful content, or motivating audiences, Asanda stands as a storyteller driven by faith, purpose, and the power of narrative to connect and inspire.