By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 2, 2026

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Pea Guacamole

Serves 12

27 cal · 15 min

Pea Guacamole

Recipe GLPR3dea5e2ea2fed9

4.0(1)
Latin American
Appetizer
15 min
27 cal
Servings: 12
No-Cook
SNAP eligible

A vibrant, fresh twist on traditional guacamole made with creamy mashed peas instead of avocado. This lighter version is packed with lime juice, roasted green chilies, fresh cilantro, and garden vegetables. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips and fresh vegetables, or as a flavorful topping for your favorite dishes.

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Ingredients

2 cups frozen peas, thawed

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1 can (4 ounces) diced roasted green chilies, drained

3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

1 clove fresh garlic, minced

Salt to taste (optional)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before beginning preparation.

  2. Place the thawed frozen peas in a bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, press and mash the peas until they reach a smooth, creamy consistency with no large pieces remaining.

  3. Add the lime juice, halved grape tomatoes, chopped red onion, drained roasted green chilies, fresh cilantro, and minced garlic to the mashed peas.

  4. Sprinkle in the black pepper and salt to taste if desired.

  5. Using a spoon or spatula, gently fold and mix all ingredients together until evenly combined and well-blended.

  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately with fresh raw vegetables (such as celery, bell peppers, and carrots) and whole-grain tortilla chips.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

Pea guacamole hits the sweet spot for Charlotte weeknight cooking: frozen peas are a staple at every major chain, all other ingredients (lime, tomatoes, onion, canned roasted green chilies, cilantro, garlic) are standard grocery finds with no special stops required. The cost per serving runs under $0.50 because frozen peas replace expensive avocado, making this genuinely economical for a dip that feeds a crowd. The stated 15 minutes is honest—this is a chop-and-stir dish with zero cooking. It reheats poorly (best eaten same-night), which is the main friction point for a busy family, though as a party dip or fresh side it's hard to beat for the price and convenience.

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