Guacamole with Orange Juice (Inspired by Boudro’s)
Sneak Peek: Guacamole with orange juice instead of lime for a mellow, fresh flavor inspired by Boudro’s. Ready in 10 minutes.
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This guacamole uses orange juice instead of lime, a trick I learned from the servers at Boudro’s on the San Antonio Riverwalk. It isn’t sweet—just smoother and more balanced.
Why Orange Juice in Guacamole?
Orange juice adds gentle acidity without overpowering the avocado like lime can. It gives a smoother flavor that works especially well with tomatoes and salsa.
Ingredients & Substitutes
AVOCADOS: Use ripe but firm fruit. See my tips for buying avocados.
ORANGE JUICE: Fresh squeezed preferred. Sub lime or lemon juice if needed.
SALSA: Adds flavor without chopping onions.
TOMATOES & CILANTRO: Optional garnish.
How To Make Guacamole with Orange Juice
Guacamole with Orange Juice
Ingredients
- 3 avocados large, ripe
- 2 tablespoons salsa
- juice of one-half orange
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh tomatoes, chopped
- fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Slice 3 avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- Chop avocados with a knife for a chunkier texture.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons salsa and juice of one-half orange.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh tomatoes, chopped , and fresh cilantro, chopped , if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
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How Should I Store Leftover Guacamole?
The best way I’ve found is to flatten a piece of plastic wrap on top of the guacamole (to keep out the oxygen) in a small Mason jar. Use a portable vacuum sealer to seal the jar. I’ve tried other methods, but this works best for me.
Serving Ideas
Serve this guacamole with game-day dips, flautas/(taquitos) or alongside a simple Texas tamale pie. It’s also good spread on sandwiches or spooned over a bean burger.
Final Thoughts
This guacamole is fresh, vibrant, and slightly unexpected. If you’ve never tried orange juice in guacamole before, now’s the time. This is my go-to when my limes have all turned brown in the produce drawer, and nobody ever guesses the secret ingredient. Give it a go and let me know what you think!
— Paula, Home Economist
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Paula, I ♥ Boudro’s! Thanks for sharing this great tip. And, am *so* with you on the chunky guacamole. Since I am in charge of the Guac for tomorrow, (how great is the timing of your post-yay!) I am going to add the OJ! Hope you have a wonderful holiday! xo
Just made this. It was really excellent. Topped it of with a beer of my choice. Thanks for the recepie!
I just ate at Boudros and the guacamole was the best I’ve ever had…and I’ve had a lot of guacamole!!!! Do you have a similar recipe??
Anthony,
You have found my similar recipe. It is not THE recipe–just my attempt to get close. I do not like pico de gallo so I don’t add it but I know the restaurant does.
I adore guacamole and will try your version; in Lebanon I might use bitter oranges which are used there a lot to make extracts and jams.
This sounds very interesting, I’ll definitely have to try it! I usually make my own pico de gallo with roma tomatoes, sweet yellow onion (it’s much milder), tons of cilantro, fresh lime juice, a bit of kosher salt and some fresh-cracked pepper. Super-simple–I just mix that straight into my mashed avocado and make sure to add enough of the juice, which does help keep it from browning. I make enough pico to serve it separately from the guac for those who don’t care for avocado (though they’re crazy, I say). I couldn’t tell you how long it keeps in the fridge, because there’s never any left to put away!
What great idea to add orange juice to the Guacamole.
There is an avocado remaining in my fridge..will buy some orange tomorrow 🙂
Oh. my. goodness!! I’ve had that guacamole at Boudro’s on the Riverwalk! Which is only interesting because I live North Carolina, not Texas. 🙂 It IS yummy!
NIce variation on guacamole.
Mimi
Paula,
I will be printing off this recipe. I love guacamole and this looks like a winner! I became familiar with D. L. Jardines when we sold it in a store where I use to work. The Peach Salsa would fly off the shelf.
Sandwiches? Yes. I love the Bacon avocado sandwich at Boo Boo’s but it has been years since I’ve had one. You have inspired me once again and the wheels are turning.
I really appreciate you sharing your secret ingredient with us!
Nothing like guacamole and chips! Will defiitely have to try the orange juice. Have used lemon and lime like everyone else has stated but not the orange. Love the Artisan Black Bean Chips by Tostitos too!
Paula, I ♥ Boudro’s! Thanks for sharing this great tip. And, am *so* with you on the chunky guacamole. Since I am in charge of the Guac for tomorrow, (how great is the timing of your post-yay!) I am going to add the OJ! Hope you have a wonderful holiday! xo
My dear friend has a birthday in a couple of weeks and she LOVES Guacamole. We have a small group of 5 friends and we always have a birthday lunch together. I will make your recipe (with the secret ingredient) nice and chunky like you prefer, to share with everyone.
Paula: No, I haven’t tried it because it never lasts that long! LOL!
Orange juice? How fun! You always have something new to teach me, Paula! This guacamole is going to be on my weekend cooking list, YUM! Thanks, Chris
What a great sneaky twist! Have sometimes added orange zest into pork and onion ragu, but never thought about the juice in guac. Love it.
Love the idea of the orange addition to the guacomole!
The orange juice sounds fresh! I heard that if you store the guacomole, covered, with the pit buried inside, it won’t turn color so fast.
I’ve heard that myself Gary. Have you tried it?
I usually use lime juice in mine- I’ll have to try your version because I bet the orange juice gives it a nice flavor! Guacamole- actually anything with avocados- is one of my favorite dips/spreads. 🙂
OMG – love Boudro’s guac!!
Hi Judy, Just to be clear, this is not THE Boudro’s recipe.
This recipe is clearly an adaptation–and not quite as much trouble for the home cook.