Avocado Crema Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Servings
32 tablespoons
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Calories
27 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Avocado Crema Recipe
Description
This Avocado Crema mixes ripe avocado, Mexican crema (or sour cream/Greek yogurt), minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice, all blended to a smooth sauce. The result is a rich, creamy texture highlighted by citrus brightness from the lime and a mild garlic undertone. The cilantro adds a fresh herbal note that complements the avocado's buttery flavor.
Avocado Crema can be enjoyed as a dip, sauce for grilled meats, topping for tacos, or dressing for salads, adding both creaminess and a citrus-herb freshness. Its mild flavor and smooth texture make it a versatile addition to many dishes.
The consistency can be adjusted by varying the amount of crema or lime juice to create a thicker or thinner sauce as desired. This recipe makes about two cups, enough to serve several people as a condiment or dip.
Ingredients
- 2 avocado peeled and pitted, medium
- ½ cup Mexican crema or use sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic minced (or use 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
- lime juice from 1 small
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust for salt and lime. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a thicker crema, use ¼ cup crema or sour cream.
- To thin the sauce, add more crema, lime juice, or 1-2 tablespoons of water as needed.
- This recipe yields approximately 2 cups of avocado crema.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 32tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 27 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 27kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 36IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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