The $3.49 Trader Joe’s Find I Can’t Stop Eating

I never want to live in a world without guacamole. As an essential companion to any Mexican meal, it’s more than just a dip, it’s a way of life. I wouldn’t wish a guacamole-less existence on even my worst enemies. It pairs perfectly with your favorite tortilla chips, serves as a game-changing spread on turkey sandwiches, and adds a creamy contrast to grilled chicken.

While I’m generally loyal to the traditional guacamole formula—avocados, salt, lime juice, onions, chili peppers, tomatoes, and cilantro—I can’t help but take notice when a new twist hits retail shelves. My latest obsession? Trader Joe’s Spicy Mango Habanero Guacamole, now in stock and 100 percent worth grabbing while you can.

Why I Love Trader Joe’s Spicy Mango Habanero Guacamole

For a store-bought option, I’m genuinely impressed by both the price and the size of this guacamole. At just $3.49, you get 10 ounces of fresh, chunky guac, blended with golden mango, a mild mix of jalapeño peppers and habanero pepper purée, onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro. Best of all, Trader Joe’s sources Hass avocados directly from Mexican farms, where they’re hand-scooped to create the creamy, delicious guacamole base.

Altogether, this sweet and spicy blend is a powerful way to elevate a variety of dishes thanks to the mango’s sweetness, which often outshines the fiery kick of habanero and jalapeño. It’s so sweet it almost feels wrong to eat, yet I still kept sneaking back to the fridge for more. And let’s talk about the fresh factor: Even several days after opening, the guacamole stayed bright green and just as visually appealing as it was on day one.

How to Enjoy Trader Joe’s Spicy Mango Habanero Guacamole

Aside from scooping it straight into your mouth (my first choice), if you’re already a guacamole fanatic, I’d say use it just as you normally would. Trader Joe’s suggests pairing it with tortilla chips or using it as a dip for homemade chicken quesadillas, but I enjoy taking it a step further. Whether in a Mexican-inspired lunch wrap, atop a grilled chicken club, or dolloped on shrimp tacos with slaw, I’ve found it’s a necessary addition to a wide range of meals.

Perhaps my favorite use, though, is at breakfast. As someone who loves making my own sausage and egg English muffin sandwiches at home, this guac is a welcome addition that pairs beautifully with the sweet breakfast sausage I use. And don’t even get me started on spreading it on toast—Trader Joe’s Spicy Mango Habanero Guac on a perfectly toasted slice of rye with melted butter is a surprising combo you need to try.

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