National Guacamole Day 🥑

Overview

National Guacamole Day, observed annually on September 16th, is a festive celebration dedicated to the creamy, vibrant green dip. Originating with the Aztecs in Mexico, this day encourages enthusiasts worldwide to enjoy the popular blend of mashed avocados, often seasoned with lime juice, salt, and other ingredients, as a snack or an accompaniment to various dishes.

Origin and story

The word "guacamole" comes from the Aztec Nahuatl word "ahuacamolli," which translates to "avocado sauce."

Avocados, the primary ingredient, are botanically considered a single-seed berry, not a vegetable.

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• DateSeptember 16
• TypeCultural / community observance
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The name "guacamole" is literally a description of the dish in Nahuatl, the Aztec language — no translation needed once you know the words.

Break down the Aztec name

"Guacamole" comes from the Nahuatl "ahuacamolli," a combination of "ahuacatl" (avocado) and "molli" (sauce) — it translates directly to "avocado sauce."

Picture the original recipe

Aztecs mashed avocado with a mortar and pestle before mixing in chopped tomatoes, green chiles, and salt, eating the result with warm tortillas — a recipe close enough to modern guacamole that the lineage is unmistakable.

Read the fuller history

Helpful resources:

• The Origin of Guacamole Is More Ancient Than You'd Think (Food Republic)

Did you know?

Spanish conquistadors who arrived in 1519 adapted the Aztec dip to their own taste by adding onions, lime, and cilantro — ingredients now considered essential that weren't part of the original recipe at all.

Fun facts

• The word "guacamole" comes from the Aztec Nahuatl word "ahuacamolli," which translates to "avocado sauce."
• Avocados, the primary ingredient, are botanically considered a single-seed berry, not a vegetable.
• Americans consume over 100 million pounds of avocados during Super Bowl weekend alone, much of which is used for guacamole.

Sources and attribution

The Origin of Guacamole Is More Ancient Than You'd Think (Food Republic)

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FAQ

When is National Guacamole Day?

It is observed on September 16 each year.

What is National Guacamole Day?

National Guacamole Day, observed annually on September 16th, is a festive celebration dedicated to the creamy, vibrant green dip. Originating with the Aztecs in Mexico, this day encourages enthusiasts worldwide to enjoy the popular blend of mashed avocados, often seasoned with lime juice, salt, and other ingredients, as a snack or an accompaniment to various dishes.

How do people celebrate National Guacamole Day?

Make guacamole from an Aztec base of mashed avocado, tomato, chile, and salt — the name itself, from Nahuatl 'ahuacamolli,' literally translates to 'avocado sauce.'

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