High Protein Avocado Crema
Elevate your meals with this creamy and nutritious High Protein Avocado Crema, a delicious twist on classic avocado dips! Packed with two ripe avocados and velvety Greek yogurt, this recipe delivers a protein-rich boost while staying refreshingly light. Zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a touch of jalapeño add vibrant flavors, while garlic and olive oil create a perfectly smooth texture. Finished with a hint of salt and pepper, this crema is ideal for dipping, drizzling, or dolloping onto tacos, sandwiches, or even salads. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick, versatile addition to your meal prep repertoire. Keywords: high-protein dip, avocado crema, healthy sauces, Greek yogurt recipes, easy avocado dip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large avocados
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 small jalapeño
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the Greek yogurt to the blender along with freshly squeezed lime juice.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the blender.
Peel the garlic cloves and chop the jalapeño, removing seeds if a milder flavor is desired. Add both to the blender.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper.
Pour the olive oil into the blender to add a smooth, rich texture.
Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary.
Taste the crema and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the avocado crema to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to minimize browning.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.
Serve with tacos, sandwiches, veggies, or use as a salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.7 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1331 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.9 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 3162 mg | 67% | |
*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.
