Guacamole

Also listed as Guac, Avocado Dip, and Fresh Guacamole.

Condiments

This is what the ingredient is.

Guacamole is an avocado-based dip. Labels may say guacamole or avocado dip.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is used as a dip and topping for tacos and chips.

Here is what food agencies say.

Sold as a refrigerated prepared food under FDA labeling rules.

Here is what research has found.

Listeria and Salmonella have appeared in guacamole and avocado product recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Keep refrigerated. Respect use-by dates on fresh packs.

Sources

  • FDA Food Labeling
  • USDA FSIS
  • FDA Recalls

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/17/2026