Limed Sour Cream
Brighten up your dishes with this quick and zesty Limed Sour Cream recipe, a flavorful twist on a classic kitchen staple. Made with creamy sour cream, a generous splash of fresh lime juice, fragrant lime zest, and just a hint of salt and optional black pepper, this tangy topping is ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for tacos, nachos, baked potatoes, or grilled vegetables, it adds a refreshing citrus note that complements a wide range of cuisines. Plus, with no cooking required, this easy-to-make dip is ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings. Serve chilled for maximum flavor and watch as it becomes your go-to for elevating any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and lime juice.
Add the lime zest for extra citrus flavor and mix well.
Sprinkle in the salt, and if desired, add black pepper for a touch of spice.
Stir all ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper according to preference.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the Limed Sour Cream rest in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a topping or dip and enjoy your zesty creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.1 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 746 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 84 mg | 2% | |
*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.
