Frankenstein Guacamole Platter – Great Halloween Side Dish!

Looking for an easy side dish for Halloween? Look no further than this Frankenstein Guacamole Recipe!

How to arrange a Frankenstein Guacamole Platter

Guacamole is always the crowd favorite, no matter the occasion. When eaten with tortilla chips, it’s fresh, delicious and fun for all. Now when you add the face of a beloved Halloween character, it seems to taste even better!

How can you make a guacamole platter look like Frankenstein?

It’s all in the toppings! The avocados already give a pale green color to the skin of the monster. Add some carrot matchsticks in a stitching pattern to make the mouth, some sliced red bell pepper in a stitching pattern for the classic scar, some blue tortilla chips for the hair and some black olives for the eyes (with sour cream for eyeballs), nose, and neck bolts of the famous monster. It’s so much fun to create the monster with your food! Feel free to add anything else you want as well.

How do you keep guacamole fresh?

Homemade guacamole usually lasts around 1-2 days in an air-tight container in the refrigerator, but there are a couple things that you could do to make it last a bit longer and prevent browning and oxidation. Even though these tricks can make it stay a little fresher, I recommend finishing the guacamole within 1-2 days.

One method is to keep the avocado pit in the container you keep the guacamole in. This method usually keeps the guacamole surrounding the pit from browning. Another method is to use plastic wrap and lemon juice while storing it. The acidity of the lemon prevents the chemical reaction of browning and the plastic wrap can reduce air exposure also helping prevent the chemical reaction that causes browning. Try these tricks to keep your guacamole from browning and to keep its freshness.

But again, you’ll want to eat it quickly. Luckily, this is so good that you won’t want to stop eating it!

Is guacamole healthy?

Avocados are packed with monounsaturated fats which are healthy fats that help with brain and cell function. It can also help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

Guacamole is also a lower calorie dip than most so guacamole is a great snack to eat. Pair it with vegetables instead of chips for even more health benefits.

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe avocados, seeds removed and scooped from peel
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
• ¼ cup onion, finely diced
• Juice from ½ lime
• 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
• ½ jalapeno, seeds and membrane removed, finely diced (optional)
• To make the Frankenstein, you will also need:
• Blue corn tortilla chips (for the hair)
• 4 black olives (for the eyes, nose, and neck bolts)
• Sliced red bell pepper (for the scar)
• Carrot matchsticks (for the mouth)

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients into a large bowl.
2. Smash avocado with a fork or pastry blender. Stir together until blended.
3. Best if served immediately. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if needed.
   Guacamole will start to discolor within 1 day.

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Can you double this recipe?

Of course! Feel free to double the non-decorative ingredients if you need more guacamole. This recipe is so versatile so feel free to change anything you need to.

How long can guacamole sit outside of the fridge?

Please do not let your guacamole sit out for longer than 2 hours. After this time frame bacteria will start to grow.

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This Frankenstein Guacamole Platter will make your Halloween come to life. It is so easy and so delicious, your family will love it. Give it a try and be creative this Halloween!