Guacamole

Guacamole Also: Avocado Dip, Guac
Dairy: Check with staff
Gluten: Likely OK
Peanut: Likely OK

Fresh avocado mashed with lime juice, cilantro, white onion, serrano or jalapeño chile, and salt. Served with totopos (corn tortilla chips).

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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The full allergen breakdown is below. Select your restrictions to see a personalized safety status.

Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • avocado
  • lime juice
  • cilantro
  • white onion
  • serrano or jalapeño chile
  • salt
  • totopos

Hidden Ingredients

These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.

  • totopos may be fried in shared oil (cross-contamination)
  • some restaurants add cream (crema) to make it smoother — nontraditional but possible
  • in Texas-style restaurants: sour cream is sometimes added

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Check with staff

Traditional guacamole is dairy-free, but some restaurants add cream (crema) for a smoother texture.

Gluten-Free

Likely OK

No wheat in guacamole. Chips may be from shared fryers.

Peanut-Free

Likely OK

No peanuts in guacamole.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely OK

No tree nuts in guacamole.

Shellfish-Free

Likely OK

No shellfish in guacamole.

Egg-Free

Likely OK

No eggs in guacamole.

Fish-Free

Likely OK

No fish in guacamole.

Soy-Free

Likely OK

No soy in guacamole.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

No sesame in guacamole.

Vegetarian

Likely OK

Fully vegetarian and vegan.

Key risk: Traditional guacamole is one of the safest dishes for virtually all allergens — it is pure vegetables and fruit. The main risk is the accompanying chips (shared fryers) or non-traditional additions like sour cream. At traditional Mexican restaurants, guacamole is made tableside from pure ingredients.

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Important: Dish Scout is a reference guide, not medical advice. Traditional recipes vary by restaurant, region, and chef. Always verify ingredients with restaurant staff before ordering. When in doubt, don't eat it.