Avocado Crema

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4.7

72 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    12 servings

  • Calories

    70 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Avocado Crema

Avocado Crema is a smooth, creamy sauce made by blending ripe avocados with sour cream, lime juice, garlic, and salt, plus cilantro if desired. The result is a tangy, rich topping that brings a fresh, cool element to dishes. It can be thinned or thickened by adjusting water, avocado, or sour cream quantities, making it versatile for tacos, salads, or as a dip. The crema keeps well refrigerated for several days when stored properly.

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.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 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

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, scraping sides down as needed.
  2. 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

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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%)

Nutrition 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.

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