Green Pea Guacamole (No Avocados)

Craving guacamole, but no avocados? No problem! Whip up a batch of green pea guacamole in minutes with little more than a bag of frozen peas and essential seasonings.

Creamy green peas, a subtle hit of heat, and a heaping handful of fresh cilantro make this vibrant spreads one of my go-to snacks when I’m hungry as heck, and long for the fresh flavors of home (California).

Better still: it is ready to eat in a matter of minutes.

Hearty, nourishing, vegetable-packed spreads are brilliant. I can make a batch with little fuss, and then keep eating it throughout the week. As a bonus, many such spreads taste even better on day two, as if the ingredients are becoming fully acquainted as they mellow out in the refrigerator.

This green pea guacamole is a reliable example of such a spread. No need to wait for avocados to turn perfectly ripe. Instead, open the freezer and reach for a bag of frozen green peas for a fresh new take on guacamole.

Green Peas Nutrition

Frozen green peas are convenient, affordable, and a nutrition bonanza.

In addition to substantial doses of fiber and protein in every serving, green peas are rich in disease-fighting antioxidants and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, including vitamins C, K, and B1, manganese, and folate.

Recipe Benefits

• Vegan (egg-free, dairy-free)
• High in fiber (3 grams per 1/3 cup serving)
• Good source of protein
• Oil-free
• Gluten-free
• Grain-free
• Nut-free
• Frugal
• Straightforward, quick and convenient to make
• Low in calories

Ingredients

The exact amounts of each ingredient are indicated in the recipe card at the end of the post.Toggle betweenUS Customary(volume) andMetric(weights) for preferred measurement option.

• frozen green peas
• garlic powder
• limes (both the lime juice and finely grated lime zest)
• ground cumin
• fresh cilantro
• hot sauce, (more or less to taste)
• salt to taste

Step by Step Instructions

Note that the complete instructions are also in the recipe card below.

1. Place the thawed green peas, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, lime zest, lime juice, and cumin in a food processor.
2. Pulse, using on/off pulses, until blended but not entirely smooth.
3. Scrape the guacamole into a small serving bowl and stir in the hot sauce and salt to taste.
4. Cover the guacamole and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to blend.
5. Serve with tortillas chips or serve as an accompaniment to Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes.

So in case you needed permission , please, double (and triple) dip!

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or the freezer for up to 3 months.

Texture Tip

A wee note regarding texture for the green pea guacamole. I prefer to process the frozen peas most of the way, but not all the way to completely smooth.

You can follow my lead, or process less or more (e.g., until completely smooth). You will love this jolly green dip/spread whichever way!

FAQ

Enjoy!