Feliz Navidad! One way to wish yourself a Merry Christmas this year is with an appetizer that really knows how to party, and that’s Holiday Guacamole in a nutshell! It has all the creamy, zesty, tangy flavors you love about classic guacamole, with a little touch of herbaceous flavor and heat, but it also comes with its own set of tasty decoration in the form of pomegranate arils; these add juiciness and sweetness, as well as a unique crunch that makes Holiday Guacamole a real delight! It’s decorated for the holidays in the same way you can serve it up to decorate your table!

Ingredients
- 3 ripe medium avocados
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seed removed and minced
- kosher salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
Directions
Step 1 –Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, removing the seeds.
Step 2 –Scoop out the flesh into a medium bowl.
Step 3 –Add the lime juice, the red onion, the cilantro, and the jalapeño to the avocado in the bowl.
Step 4 –Season the mixture with the salt and the pepper.
Step 5 –Using a fork, roughly mash the avocado mixture until combined and it has reached your desired consistency.
Step 6 –Taste the avocado mixture for seasoning.
Step 7 –Stir the pomegranate into the guacamole.
Step 8 –Serve.