Of course, sometimes you don’t have a half—you have a full bowl of guacamole. Press a layer of plastic wrap directly onto the surface, again removing air bubbles, then seal the bowl. A thin layer of water or milk on top can also work, though you’ll have to pour it off later.
Another guac hack: smooth the top perfectly flat, then pour a very thin layer of lime juice over it. The juice acts as a liquid lid. When you’re ready to dig in, just stir the top layer in or pour it off—no one will ever know.
How to Store Avocado and Keep It Fresh Longer
And whatever you do, do not store guacamole with the pits. That’s the urban legend that refuses to die. The pit only touches the surface directly beneath it, leaving the rest of your dip to oxidize in peace. It’s a visual placebo, nothing more.
