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Creamiest Avocado Crema

Creamiest Avocado Crema to Transform Your Tacos and Dishes

This Creamiest Avocado Crema is a quick, flavorful sauce perfect for enhancing tacos and dishes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 81
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • ⅔ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a tangier flavor.
  • ½ large Ripe Avocado Use a perfectly ripened avocado for a buttery smooth texture.
For Flavor
  • 1 clove Garlic Consider using roasted garlic for a milder taste.
  • 1 large Lime Zested and juiced; lemon juice can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to personal taste.
Optional Thinning
  • as needed splash Milk Both dairy and plant-based options work.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamiest Avocado Crema
  1. Gather all your ingredients: ⅔ cup of sour cream, ½ ripe avocado, 1 clove of garlic, lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of kosher salt.
  2. In a blender, combine all the ingredients and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  3. If it is too thick, add a splash of milk slowly, mixing until you reach your desired consistency.
  4. Transfer to an airtight container, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Serve it generously as a topping for tacos, burritos, or as a dip for vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4–5 days. Press plastic wrap against the surface before sealing to minimize browning.

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