High Protein Creamy Avocado Sauce
Elevate your meals with this High Protein Creamy Avocado Sauce, a nutritious and flavor-packed recipe perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts. Made with ripe avocados, creamy Greek yogurt, and a dash of unflavored or natural vanilla protein powder, this sauce delivers a satisfying dose of protein while maintaining luscious, velvety texture. Fresh lime juice, minced garlic, and cilantro infuse it with zesty, aromatic notes, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil enhances smoothness and richness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy no-cook recipe is perfect as a dip, spread, or dressing for salads, tacos, or grain bowls. Whether you're meal prepping or adding a nutritious twist to your favorite dishes, this high-protein avocado sauce is the ultimate healthy indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons protein powder (unflavored or natural vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the Greek yogurt and protein powder to the blender.
Pour fresh lime juice and olive oil into the mixture.
Add the minced garlic and chopped cilantro.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the water to help with blending.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or a storage container.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and stir well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1215 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.1 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1148 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2912 mg | 62% | |
*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.
