Low Fat Avocado Crema
Creamy, zesty, and guilt-free, this Low Fat Avocado Crema is a lighter twist on a classic favorite. Made with ripe avocado, non-fat Greek yogurt, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice, this recipe delivers the velvety texture and tangy flavor you love without the extra calories. Fragrant cilantro and a hint of garlic add a bright and savory punch, making this crema the perfect healthy dip, spread, or drizzle for tacos, grilled veggies, or salads. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a blender doing all the work, this quick and easy sauce is a must-have addition to your weekly meal rotation. Plus, it’s packed with wholesome ingredients and keeps well in the fridge, so you can enjoy it for days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 small garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Cut the avocado in half, remove the seed, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the non-fat Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro leaves, garlic clove, salt, and ground black pepper to the blender.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides to ensure everything is fully combined.
Taste the crema and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or salt to taste.
Transfer the low fat avocado crema to a bowl and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1307 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1720 mg | 37% | |
*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.
