Avocado Crema

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Avocado Crema is the ultimate accompaniment to elevate your favorite dishes. Made with ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, and a hint of garlic, this silky smooth sauce gets an herby kick from fresh cilantro and a luscious creaminess from sour cream. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that pairs beautifully with tacos, burrito bowls, grilled veggies, or as a vibrant dip for chips. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, this avocado crema is a must-try staple for any Tex-Mex lover. Plus, it stores well in the fridge, making it a convenient make-ahead condiment!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe avocados
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
• 1 whole garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Add 0.5 cup of sour cream to the avocado in the blender.

Step 3

Squeeze fresh lime juice, roughly 2 tablespoons, into the mixture.

Step 4

Add 0.25 cup of cilantro leaves. Stems can be included for added flavor but should be in small amounts.

Step 5

Peel and add 1 whole garlic clove to the mixture.

Step 6

Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper into the blender.

Step 7

Blend all the ingredients together on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure thorough blending.

Step 8

Taste the avocado crema and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more lime juice or salt to taste for desired flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately or cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to preserve freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	514.1 grams (514.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	738

Total Fat 67.40g	86%
Saturated Fat 21.70g	109%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 58mg	19%
Sodium 1309mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 39.50g	14%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g	80%
Total Sugars 9.50g
Protein 11.50g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245mg	19%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1792mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 19.5%