Heart-Healthy Avocado Cream

Elevate your meals with this velvety Heart-Healthy Avocado Cream, a nutrient-packed recipe ready in just 10 minutes! Made with ripe avocados, tangy lime juice, and creamy Greek yogurt, this guilt-free dip or topping perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. Fresh cilantro, a hint of garlic, and a kick of jalapeño pepper add a zesty twist, making it ideal for tacos, salads, sandwiches, or as a vibrant dip for veggies and chips. With its creamy texture and versatile uses, this avocado cream is a must-have for healthy eating enthusiasts. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and can be stored for up to two days, making it a quick and delicious go-to in any kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe avocados
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 whole garlic clove
• 0.5 whole jalapeno pepper, seeded
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Add the fresh lime juice, Greek yogurt, cilantro, garlic clove, and jalapeno pepper to the blender.

Step 3

Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Transfer the avocado cream to a serving bowl or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Step 7

Serve as a topping for salads, sandwiches, tacos, or as a dip for vegetables and chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	491.1 grams (491.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	584

Total Fat 46.40g	59%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 658mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 34.40g	13%
Dietary Fiber 20.70g	74%
Total Sugars 5.70g
Protein 18.70g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1659mg	35%

*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: 66.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 21.8%