Infused Guacamole
This irresistible guacamole combines creamy avocados, zesty lime juice, diced tomatoes, onions and a delightful herbal twist.
This cannabis infused guacamole recipe blends infused olive oil into a creamy, flavorful dip that is perfect for sharing at gatherings with informed guests. Cannabis dips are a versatile edible option that pairs with chips, vegetables, bread, and crackers. The creamy base naturally incorporates the infused fat for smooth, even dosing. Cannabis-infused guacamole blends ripe avocados with infused olive oil for a creamy, savory dip that pairs perfectly with chips.
- 2 tbsp infused olive oil
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped cilantro, diced jalapenos
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Add the lime juice, onion, tomatoes, garlic, cannabis-infused olive oil, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix well.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Optional: Stir in chopped cilantro and diced jalapenos for added flavor and heat
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or sandwiches.
Dosing Tips for Your Infused Guacamole
- Calculate the total THC in your batch and divide by the number of tablespoon-sized servings the recipe makes.
- Serve with a designated spoon or portioning tool so guests know that one scoop equals one dose.
- Provide a clearly marked card next to the dip stating the approximate mg per serving and recommending limits.
- Mix the dip thoroughly since cannabis fat can settle or separate. Stir before each serving occasion.
- Stir in a measured amount of infused olive oil and mix thoroughly so the dose is evenly spread throughout the bowl.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not stirring the dip well enough causes the cannabis fat to pool in certain areas, giving some scoops ten times the dose of others.
- Making dips too cannabis-forward in flavor. Bold ingredients like garlic, chipotle, herbs, and cheese easily mask the taste.
- Putting cannabis dip out at a party without clear labeling. Everyone who might eat it must be informed and consenting.
- Leaving the dip at room temperature too long. Dairy-based cannabis dips should be served cold and returned to the fridge after 2 hours.
How to Store Infused Guacamole
- Refrigerate cannabis dips in sealed containers for up to 5 days. Stir well before serving again as fat separation occurs.
- Hummus and bean-based cannabis dips freeze reasonably well for up to a month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
- Dairy-based dips like cannabis queso or cream cheese dips should not be frozen as the texture degrades significantly.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Variations & Ideas
- Blend cannabis coconut oil into guacamole for a vegan-friendly infused dip where the avocado fat masks any oiliness.
- Stir infused olive oil into warm queso or cheese sauce for a potent, savory dip that stays emulsified thanks to the cheese.
- Mix cannabis-infused olive oil with herbs, lemon, and yogurt for a Mediterranean-style dip.
- Add diced fresh mango and a squeeze of lime for a tropical guacamole that balances richness with bright fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use strongly flavored bases like roasted garlic hummus, spicy bean dip, or pungent cheese spreads. These bold flavors dominate and mask the herbal cannabis notes. Well-strained, quality infused olive oil also has less plant taste to begin with.
Gentle warming to serving temperature is fine. Keep it under 200 F (93 C) and you will preserve the THC. Avoid boiling or broiling cannabis dips. Warm them in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
Cream cheese, sour cream, and avocado are excellent bases because they are already high in fat, which means the cannabis fat blends right in without changing the texture. Hummus and bean dips also work well with cannabis oil stirred in.
Limit it to one serving per person for newcomers and two for experienced consumers. Provide plenty of non-infused snacks alongside the cannabis dip so people are not tempted to overindulge. One to two tablespoons of dip per serving is typical.
Absolutely. A measured tablespoon of cannabis dip on a sandwich or wrap is a great way to dose consistently. This is especially convenient with cream cheese or hummus-based cannabis dips that spread easily and store well.
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