Cilantro Lime 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
10 servings
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Calories
41 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Cilantro Lime Crema
Description
This Cilantro Lime Crema combines sour cream and mayonnaise into a velvety base enhanced with the brightness of fresh cilantro and zesty lime. Garlic and kosher salt add depth and balance. Pureeing the ingredients results in a smooth sauce ready to complement a variety of dishes.
The lime zest and juice create vibrant citrus notes, while the cilantro lends a fresh, herbaceous flavor. The mayonnaise adds richness that balances the tang of sour cream. Blending ensures an even texture that coats well.
Serve this sauce with Mexican dishes such as tacos or grilled chicken, or use it as a creamy dip or salad dressing. Refrigerating the crema for several hours or overnight allows the flavors to meld and intensify. It thickens in the fridge but can be loosened with additional lime juice or water to desired consistency.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1 clove garlic
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Transfer to a jar or squeeze bottle and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Refrigerate the crema for a few hours or overnight to deepen and blend flavors.
- If too thick after chilling, stir in lime juice or water a teaspoon at a time until desired texture is reached.
- The recipe yields approximately 1¼ cups, enough for several servings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 41 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 41kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 154mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 56mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 102IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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