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Avocado Crema Recipe
5 from 21 votes

Avocado Crema Recipe

Avocado Crema combines ripe avocado with Mexican crema, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create a smooth, tangy sauce. The mixing process softens the avocado into a creamy texture, balanced by lime's acidity and seasonings. This sauce is versatile and can be made ahead, chilled to blend flavors, and serves well as a topping or dip.

Prep Time
10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 93 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 avocado
  • 1 cup Mexican crema
  • lime juice of 1
  • salt sea salt and fresh cracked, to taste
  • black pepper sea salt and fresh cracked, to taste

Instructions

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  1. Add the peeled and seeded avocado to a large bowl and mash using a hand masher.
  2. Next, add in the crema, lime juice, salt, and pepper and mix until combined. Serve or cover and keep cool.

Notes

  • Make the crema up to two days ahead for convenience and flavor melding.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for three to five days to maintain freshness.
  • Adjust acidity by varying the amount of lime juice to your preference.
  • Add two tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro for added lemon-lime flavor.
  • Optionally include one finely minced garlic clove for extra depth.
  • Use a food processor for a completely smooth texture by processing all ingredients at high speed.

Nutrition Information

Calories 93kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 16mg (5%) Sodium 124mg (5%) Potassium 122mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 169IU (3%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 50mg (5%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 93

% Daily Value*

Calories 93kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 124mg 5%
Potassium 122mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 169IU 3%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 50mg 5%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.