Avocado Crema
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Avocado Crema recipe is the ultimate versatile condiment to elevate any dish. Made with ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, aromatic cilantro, and a hint of garlic, this luscious sauce comes together in just 10 minutes for a smooth and silky finish. Perfect as a taco topping, drizzle for grilled meats, or dip for chips and veggies, this Mexican-inspired avocado crema strikes the perfect balance of richness and brightness. The recipe is quick, no-cook, and made with whole, fresh ingredients, making it a healthy and delicious addition to your table. Don't forget—it stores beautifully in the fridge, ensuring you have a creamy flavor boost ready whenever you need it! Keywords: avocado crema, creamy avocado sauce, taco topping, cilantro lime sauce, easy dips and sauces.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe avocados
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 whole garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add 0.5 cup of sour cream to the avocado in the blender.
Squeeze fresh lime juice, roughly 2 tablespoons, into the mixture.
Add 0.25 cup of cilantro leaves. Stems can be included for added flavor but should be in small amounts.
Peel and add 1 whole garlic clove to the mixture.
Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper into the blender.
Blend all the ingredients together on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure thorough blending.
Taste the avocado crema and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more lime juice or salt to taste for desired flavor.
Serve immediately or cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to preserve freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 1309 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1792 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
