PEAR AND PISTACHIO GUACAMOLE

Pear and Pistachio Guacamole image

Perfect for autumn or winter when the petite seckel pears are in season. But you can use any favorite pear. It has a surprising crunch, creating a delicious new version of guacamole. The pistachios on top make it extra special and contrast so nicely with the pear and avocado.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

3 Hass avocados, halved, pitted and cubed
2 firm ripe Seckel pears or 1 large Anjou pear, cored and finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Kosher salt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 small jalapeno, minced with some seeds
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons chopped roasted pistachios
Lime wedges, for serving
Blue corn tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

Toss together the avocados and pears in a medium bowl. Stir in the cilantro, lime juice, coriander, 1/2 teaspoon salt, the garlic and jalapenos until combined. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with the pistachios and serve with lime wedges and blue corn tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calorie, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 125 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 4 grams