Avocado Crema
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
70 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Avocado Crema
Description
Avocado Crema combines the creamy texture of ripe avocados with the tanginess of sour cream and lime juice, balanced by a hint of garlic and salt. Optional cilantro adds a fresh, herbal note. Blended until smooth, this sauce can be used to complement a wide range of dishes needing a slightly acidic, creamy topping.
The preparation involves simply blending all ingredients together until fully incorporated and smooth, ensuring even distribution of flavors and a pleasant texture. Adjusting the consistency is straightforward by adding small amounts of water to thin or more avocado or sour cream to thicken as preferred.
Serve Avocado Crema immediately or refrigerate it in an airtight container to slow browning. It complements tacos, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or can be used as a creamy dip for chips. Its cool creaminess offers a nice balance to spicy or smoky dishes.
When storing, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to minimize exposure to air and prevent discoloration. The crema keeps well refrigerated for up to five days.
Ingredients
- 2 avocado peeled and pitted
- 1/4 cup cilantro optional
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1 1/2 lime juiced (about 3 tbsp
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, scraping sides down as needed.
- Transfer to a jar or a squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Adjust avocado crema thickness by adding water, avocado, or sour cream to reach desired consistency.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container with plastic wrap pressed to the surface to reduce browning; keep refrigerated up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 70 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 70kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 106mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 103IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.