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.

Recipe courtesy of Food Network Kitchen

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Total:: 15 min
Prep:: 15 min

Yield:: 8 servings

Level:: Easy

Nutrition Info

Healthy

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

Directions

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.

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Name: Pear and Pistachio Guacamole
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Yield: 8 servings
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

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