Zesty Guacamole

Name: Zesty Guacamole
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 4-6 servings
Ingredients: 4 ripe avocados; Juice from 1 lime; 2 medium tomatoes, diced; 4 tablespoons diced red onion (about 1/4 of onion); 2 teaspoon minced garlic (or 1 garlic clove, minced); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste

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Filled with ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, red onions, and spices, this Zesty Guacamole is jam-packed with flavor and ready to eat in just five minutes. It makes the perfect dip for chips, toppings for tacos and burritos, and spreads for sandwiches!

Guacamole. Guacamoleee. Guacaaamoleee. If you’ve seen that Subway commercial, hopefully these words are ringing a bell. And if not, I wish you could hear me saying “guacamole” with a strange accent. I hardly ever eat Subway (I’m more of a Jimmy John’s kind-of-girl), but I do love that commercial featuring their famous guacAmoooleee. Ok, I’ll stop now.

So back to the guacamole. I couldn’t let the summer end without sharing my special recipe for this spread. And believe it or not, this was my first time making guacamole. Can you believe it? Yeah, me either. I mean, I practically pile guacamole by the spoonful onto tacos, chips, toast (recipe coming next week!) and more. And I’ve even been known to eat guac with just my spoon. No shame. I’m addicted to it.

Filled with ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, red onions, and spices, this Zesty Guacamole is jam-packed with flavor and ready to eat in just five minutes. It makes the perfect dip for chips, toppings for tacos and burritos, and spreads for sandwiches!

So it only seemed natural that I finally share this Zesty Guacamole with you. Filled with ripe avocados, fresh tomatoes, red onions, and spices, this spread is jam-packed with flavor and ready to eat in just five minutes. It makes the perfect dip for chips, toppings for tacos and burritos, and spreads for sandwiches.

If you’re a guacamole addict like me, then this Zesty Guacamole was made for you. And did I mention that it takes just five minutes to prepare? Yep, it’s so easy, guys. You’ll be amazed at the ease of this recipe and how fresh it tastes. After all, avocados are little veggies of magical-ness. That should be a word, right? I could eat an avocado with a spoon, and sometimes do, so it was especially fun to make this guacamole.

And the best part about this Zesty Guacamole (besides its delicious taste) is that it’s so easy to customize depending on your preferences. I chose to add in some fresh tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, and garlic. The combination of ingredients took this guacamole to a whole new level. But if you’re not a fan of onions, leave ’em out! Hate cilantro, skip it. Love tomatoes? Add in an extra serving! See how easy it is?

Within minutes, this Zesty Guacamole is ready to be devoured. So grab those chips, prepare the tacos, and get ready to have the best guacamole ever!

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Yields 4-6 servings

Zesty Guacamole

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Ingredients

4 ripe avocados
Juice from 1 lime
2 medium tomatoes, diced
4 tablespoons diced red onion (about 1/4 of onion)
2 teaspoon minced garlic (or 1 garlic clove, minced)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the middle into a medium bowl.
Add lime juice and mash with a fork until reaches your desired consistency.
Add in tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and cilantro. Gently stir to combine.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Enjoy!

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Mir says

August 19, 2015 at 6:01 am

Is Jimmy John's a Midwestern thing? Now I have to find out! You can't lose with guac, ever. It's everyone's favorite! Mir recently posted...Coffee Granita

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:01 am
  
  Hmm I'm not sure, Mir! I will have to look into that...I just assumed Jimmy John's was everywhere! And it's SO good, especially their bread!
  
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Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

August 19, 2015 at 6:46 am

Guacamole is not just a condiment to me. IT'S A MEAL! I could seriously eat it on EVERYTHING, and this zesty version is no different! This looks so perfect Gayle! Pinned! Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness recently posted...Mediterranean Grilled Avocado Stuffed with Chickpeas and Tahini {Vegan + Gluten Free}

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:02 am
  
  Yes! I could eat guac like it's my lunch or dinner too, it's just SO good! Thanks for the kind words and pin, Taylor!
  
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Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

August 19, 2015 at 6:52 am

Simple, fresh, and delicious!! I love guacamole, and I always keep some avocados on my counter for whenever the craving strikes. Can't wait to try your version...so ZESTY! :) Pinned! Blair @ The Seasoned Mom recently posted...A-Tabata-A-Day! 4-Minute Fat-Blasting Workouts for Every Day of the Week

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:02 am
  
  Thank you, Blair! I love having too many avocados for this very reason!
  
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Kate @ Framed Cooks says

August 19, 2015 at 7:16 am

I am doing the Whole 30 right now and eating guacamole like it is going out of style! Excited to try your zesty version! Kate @ Framed Cooks recently posted...Chicken Parmesan Pasta

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:02 am
  
  Oh guacamole sounds like the perfect thing to eat then, Kate! Hope you like this if you try it!
  
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annie@ciaochowbambina says

August 19, 2015 at 7:30 am

We are guacamole addicts in our family, too! I see now that we're not alone! Delicious, Gayle!! annie@ciaochowbambina recently posted...Dark Chocolate & Dried Cherry Biscotti

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:03 am
  
  Yes! Guacamole addicts unite! :) I seriously can't get enough of this stuff!
  
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Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

August 19, 2015 at 7:59 am

Guacamole is seriously my LIFE. I really don't even think I could go on with my life without it. Love all the zesty, kickin' flavors you loaded into this ultimate guac, Gayle! I think I just need a spoon and I'll be happy ;) Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven recently posted...Peach Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:03 am
  
  Me too, Sarah...I think I would have a breakdown if avocados suddenly disappeared! Thanks for the kind words!
  
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SaraLily says

August 19, 2015 at 8:25 am

I'd eat guac all day every day. I love when its chunky and has onions and tomatoes in it. Great recipe!

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:04 am
  
  Thanks for the kind words! Chunky guacamole is definitely the best!
  
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Katalina @ Peas and Peonies says

August 19, 2015 at 8:46 am

I call my husband the guacamole man, he makes the most amazing one, and I must pass this recipe to him, to add to his collection. I am a guacamole addict too, I just can't stop until every single bite is gone lol Katalina @ Peas and Peonies recently posted...Summery Meyer Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Recipe

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 9:04 am
  
  Sounds like your husband makes the best guacamole, Katalina! Hopefully this one would measure up! :)
  
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marcie says

August 19, 2015 at 9:13 am

I made guacamole multiple times per week -- we are addicted, too (and I have seen that Subway commercial :) )! The zestier the guac the better -- I love everything you added here and would polish off that bowl in no time flat. Pinned. :) marcie recently posted...Salted Dark Chocolate Macadamia Fudge

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 11:36 am
  
  Thanks, Marcie! I agree, the zestier the better!
  
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mira says

August 19, 2015 at 9:35 am

I can eat guacamole every day! Love it! This one looks fantastic! Gorgeous pictures! mira recently posted...Crepes With Whipped Chocolate Coconut Cream

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 11:36 am
  
  Thanks for the kind words, Mira!
  
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Jen | Baked by an Introvert says

August 19, 2015 at 10:18 am

I can go to town on some guacamole! I love the stuff, especially if it's zesty! I'm dying to make this! Jen | Baked by an Introvert recently posted...Pineapple Coconut Souffle

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 11:37 am
  
  Thanks, Jen! I have no self-control when it comes to guacamole...that stuff is just too good! :)
  
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Christine@ Apple of My Eye says

August 19, 2015 at 10:50 am

Ahhhh a big fat YES to anything made with avocados! I especially love the zesty aspect here for that extra special flavor. One of my favorite Mexican restaurants makes their guac like that and it's to die for! Christine@ Apple of My Eye recently posted...ABC Survey

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 11:38 am
  
  Avocados are pretty much the best ever, especially when guacamole is involved! Thanks for the kind words, Christine!
  
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Amber@twobirdperch says

August 19, 2015 at 11:11 am

I'm not much of a subway fan myself (quiznos girl here) but I do remember those commercials and thinking...."bet that would be good on a sandwich" never tried it though.. I'm loving this recipe, I'll have to give it a try very soon, and the more cilantro the better! Thanks for sharing! Amber@twobirdperch recently posted...Freezer Cooking- Fill your freezer in 4 weeks- Wk #3

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 11:38 am
  
  Thanks, Amber! I love adding guacamole to just about anything...adds just a good dose of flavor!
  
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Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

August 19, 2015 at 11:59 am

My mouth is watering. I could eat the entire batch in one sitting!!

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 1:20 pm
  
  Me too, Dorothy! I think I did...oops! :)
  
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Manali @ CookWithManali says

August 19, 2015 at 12:19 pm

I love guacamole, seriously I can live on this stuff! lol...this looks perfect Gayle, yum!! Manali @ CookWithManali recently posted...Spinach Raita

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 1:23 pm
  
  Thanks, Manali!
  
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Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

August 19, 2015 at 12:29 pm

Mmmm, I LOVE guac! It's my biggest weakness. I could seriously eat that whole bowl. And it's like you read my mind! I have 2 avocados that are perfectly ripe, and I was thinking mexican and guac tonight : ) Natalie @ Tastes Lovely recently posted...Weekly Menu :: July 27-31, 2015

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 1:24 pm
  
  Guacamole (and anything with avocados) is my weakness too! Thanks for the guac love, Natalie!
  
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Savita @ ChefDeHome says

August 19, 2015 at 2:01 pm

yumm!! Time to eat some guacamole! It's been long since I made some! Thanks for a delicious reminder, Gayle! Savita @ ChefDeHome recently posted...By ChefDeHome- Bombay Veggie Bowl - Roasted Vegetables with Coconut Curry Dressing

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 3:18 pm
  
  Sounds like you're due for some guacamole, Savita!
  
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Sina @ Vegan Heaven says

August 19, 2015 at 3:15 pm

I love guacamole! And yours looks just perfect, Gayle! :-) Sina @ Vegan Heaven recently posted...Vegan Black Bean Brownies

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 3:19 pm
  
  Thanks for the kind words, Sina!
  
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Ami@NaiveCookCooks says

August 19, 2015 at 4:09 pm

This reminds me that I have not been making enough guacamole Gayle! This looks so good and I love the addition of tomatoes!! Ami@NaiveCookCooks recently posted...Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats + GIVEAWAY!

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 4:46 pm
  
  Thanks, Ami! This guac is filled with flavor and chunkiness! :)
  
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Michele @ Two Raspberries says

August 19, 2015 at 4:48 pm

pinned this! I NEED to try it this weekend! I absolutely LOVE avocado's and the guac. recipe sounds right up my alley! YUM

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 5:03 pm
  
  Thanks for the guacamole love and pin, Michele! Hope you love this if you try it!
  
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Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

August 19, 2015 at 7:00 pm

Mmmm I can't get enough of guacamole and could seriously make a meal out of this. It looks perfect! Love all the add-ins you added and the zestier the better :) Kelly - Life Made Sweeter recently posted...No Churn Salted Caramel Oreo Ice Cream with Almonds

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 8:40 pm
  
  Thanks so much for the kind words, Kelly!
  
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Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

August 19, 2015 at 7:37 pm

Ha! I KNEW we were kindred foodies ;) I'm a J.J. girl too! And I like my guacamole zesty AND my the spoonful! Obvi, this guac. Is MY jam as well! Only wish I could hear you saying guacamole repeatedly- prettty sure I would be giggling with you... as I was stealing heaping helpings of this of course! Pinned! Cheers, my dear and hip hip hooray for creamy dreamy guacAmole! <3 Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary recently posted...Grilled Hoisin & Honey Glazed Pork Chops with Plum Salsa

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- Gayle says
  
  August 19, 2015 at 8:41 pm
  
  Jimmy John's and guac would make the best combo! Thanks so much for the sweet comments, Cheyanne!
  
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Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

August 20, 2015 at 6:09 am

I love how every blogger has their own guacamole recipe and how they are all a little different. I always put tomatoes in mine. Tomatoes in everything :) Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy recently posted...Comment on Whipped Feta Bruschetta Corn Cakes by Kelly - Life Made Sweeter

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 6:31 am
  
  I need to load up the tomatoes and onions in my guacamole, Dannii! It's just the way I like it! :)
  
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Arpita@ The Gastronomic Bong says

August 20, 2015 at 7:17 am

Love to dip my chips in guacamole!! This guacamole is so fresh and citrusy and so flavourful!! Craving for some now!! :D Arpita@ The Gastronomic Bong recently posted...Gluten-Free Zucchini Sweet Potatoes and Chicken Fritters With Honey-Mustard Yogurt Dip

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 7:39 am
  
  Thanks, Arpita! This zesty version is the best!
  
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Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says

August 20, 2015 at 7:34 am

YUM! I love guacamole...this zesty version looks perfect! Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating recently posted...Gluten Free Brownies with Chocolate Avocado Frosting.

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 7:40 am
  
  Thank you, Kelly!
  
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Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

August 20, 2015 at 9:10 am

Gayle, I love me some guacamole!!! I will never say no to guac! I like to also add diced bell peppers and jalapenos but this is exactly how we make it too! love!!! Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom recently posted...Texas Caviar

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 9:39 am
  
  Thanks, Alice! Oh I will have to try peppers and jalapenos next time, sounds delicious!
  
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Michelle @ My California Kitchen says

August 20, 2015 at 10:32 am

Yay! Love this guacamole! So beautiful! I also love how you can customize with any spices or flavors you like! Michelle @ My California Kitchen recently posted...Grilled Honey Balsamic Chicken Skewers

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 10:34 am
  
  Thanks for the kind words, Michelle!
  
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Nadia's Healthy Kitchen says

August 20, 2015 at 1:00 pm

Guacamole is one of my favourite dips (that and hummus!) and I love using lots and lots of lemon to make it super zesty and delicious :D Nadia's Healthy Kitchen recently posted...Chocolate Porridge Recipe (Vegan, Gluten-free)

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 1:25 pm
  
  Thanks, Nadia! I will have to try lemon juice next time!
  
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Harriet Emily says

August 20, 2015 at 2:26 pm

Nothing beats guacamole! This looks amazing Gayle, so refreshing and full of delicious flavours. I definitely need to make this. Pinned! Harriet Emily recently posted...ASIAN BROWN RICE SALAD

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 3:07 pm
  
  Thanks for the kind words and pin, Harriet!
  
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Helen @ Scrummy Lane says

August 20, 2015 at 3:24 pm

Awww, gorgeous photos, Gayle! Guacamoooleeee really is one of my favourite foods ever, and I love that this recipe of yours has lime zest in it. The best thing about guacamole is that it's one of the few foods I can think of that I want to lick off a spoon but that is actually healthy! Bring it on! Helen @ Scrummy Lane recently posted...10-minute hoi sin beef and noodles

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 10:24 pm
  
  Thanks, Helen! Isn't guacamole the best?! I think I could eat it every day!
  
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Keri @ Fashionable Foods says

August 20, 2015 at 5:59 pm

Guacamole is one of my favorite snacks! I've been known to make a meal out of it. I can't wait to try your version! Keri @ Fashionable Foods recently posted...Summer Quinoa Salad

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 10:24 pm
  
  Thanks, Keri!
  
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Danielle says

August 20, 2015 at 7:30 pm

I could eat my weight in guacamole it is sooo good! This looks so delicious, Gayle. These pictures are so gorgeous too, I'd love to dive into that bowl ;) Danielle recently posted...Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 10:25 pm
  
  I could totally eat my weight in guac too! In fact, I think I did with this recipe! Ooops! :) Thanks for the kind words, Danielle!
  
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Ashley says

August 20, 2015 at 7:59 pm

Woot woot for guac!! Oh man, I would eat it every single day! haha This looks soooo good. Pass me the chips! Ashley recently posted...Double Chocolate Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread

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- Gayle says
  
  August 20, 2015 at 10:25 pm
  
  Me too, Ashley! Guac is just too darn good!
  
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