What to dip in guacamole?

[Merkuri]

So, I'm the only one in my household who likes guacamole. I made some a couple weeks ago when we made burritos and froze most of it, but I've been having a craving for more and don't want to wait until the next time we make burritos. My problem is that I don't know what to buy to dip into it. I don't want to go with chips because they can be unhealthy and they come in such big bags.

Does anyone have any suggestions on some more "unusual" things that one could dip into guacamole, or other uses for guacamole than dipping?

 

[Relique du Madde]

I'm not sure how carrots and celery would taste when dipped in quac.

 

[Gilladian]

Personally I love zucchini sticks dipped in guacamole. Also baby carrots are good. Cauliflower and broccoli are nice.

Or how about just a flour tortilla? Especially the fat free kind are reasonably good for you. Anything relatively bland and a little chewy/crunchy, since guacamole is flavorful but relatively soft/smooth in texture.

You can also use it the same way you would use an olive tapenade; as a spread on sandwiches, or a sauce on fish or chicken. I personally also like guacamole in tomato soup; a tablespoon of it is excellent!

 

[Tinker Gnome]

I would just eat it by itself.

 

[Dannyalcatraz]

Respect the Alligator Pear!

Before my diagnosis of salt-dependent hypertension, one of my all-time favorite burgers was a Bacon Cheeseburger with grilled mushrooms & onions...topped with Guacamole & mayo.

Messy as hell, and 2x tasty!

Nowadays, I'd ditch the bacon and make sure the cheese was Swiss (extremely low salt, dontcha know?), and still have a fantastic burger.

Sometimes, we put a dollop of it in Tortilla soup. Or chicken soup.

Rolled up with some butter & salsa in a tortilla is also tasty.

I don't want to go with chips because they can be unhealthy and they come in such big bags.

Dude, love them though I do, avacados are very fatty. True, its not saturated fats, but that is still a consideration. The more of them you eat, the more bad fats you should cut out.

http://www.avocado.org/healthy-living/nutrition

Plus, there are healthier chips out there- check out Terra Chips, for one. Or buy a mandolin or food processor and slice & bake your own!

 

[Merkuri]

Dude, love them though I do, avacados are very fatty. True, its not saturated fats, but that is still a consideration. The more of them you eat, the more bad fats you should cut out.

There are a lot of good things in avocados, too, but I am aware of the fat content. That's the reason I'm trying to go for something more healthy to go with the guacamole. Trying to add as little unhealthiness as possible to my somewhat-not-really healthy snack. I may try the veggies other people mentioned. Maybe I'll really gross my bf out by dipping carrots in guacamole (neither of which he can stand).

 

[Angel Tarragon]

Baked Tortilla Chips aren't all that bad for you and they're tasty too.

 

[Merkuri]

I've had baked tortilla chips before, and my reaction was "meh." Baked regular chips are great, I love them even more than regular chips, but the tortillas just didn't do it for me. Besides, one of the things I'm looking to get away from is salt, and I don't think the baked tortillas have any less salt than the non-baked ones.

 

[Dannyalcatraz]

Hmmmm....salt.

Unless you're a hypertensive like me, salt shouldn't be an issue. However, if it is, you're probably better off reducing your overall intake and keep certain foods the way you "like" them. For those, you just indulge less frequently.

In the world of tortillas, corn is generally less salty than flour.

Generally speaking (i.e. not limited to guacamole), Citric acid- either powdered or fresh-squeezed liquid, vinegars and dry wines may be used to substitute for salt, depending upon the recipe.

Canned and bottled foods are generally VERY salty. Look for low-sodium canned foods or fresh and frozen when you can.

But remember, some things can't be cooked without salt- chemistry, don't you know.

 

[Tinker Gnome]

Alternative Answer: Bean Dip.