Easy Avocado Lime Crema
This Avocado Lime Crema recipe uses ripe avocados, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, sour cream, lime zest, and juice, which help create the flavorful and tangy crema. This makes it the perfect complement to tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and more. The creamy avocado, spicy jalapeno, and fresh cilantro make this crema irresistible, while the lime adds a zesty finish that brings all the flavors together.
Ingredients
- 2 avocado
- 2 garlic , minced
- 1 fresh jalapeno , unseeded or seeded, chopped
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro , chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Combine the avocado, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice and zest, jalapeno, ground black pepper, and Kosher salt in a blender, food processor, or immersion blender cup and puree until smooth and creamy, stopping and scraping down the sides of the blending container with a rubber spatula as needed.
- Transfer the Avocado Lime Crema to a small bowl, use at once or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Enjoy! Pair with our Most Delicious Egg Breakfast Burritos
Notes
How to Store
Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for 3 days. Make sure to press a layer of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the crema to prevent it from oxidizing and turning brown. When ready to use it, stir it to recombine any separated liquids. It's important to note that avocado-based sauces like this crema don't freeze well, as the texture and flavor can be altered.
Make-Ahead
Avocado Lime Crema is a perfect make-ahead recipe since it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This means you can prepare it in advance and have it ready whenever needed. To make it ahead of time, follow the recipe instructions and store the crema in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it. One tip for making Avocado Lime Crema ahead is to wait to add the lime juice until just before serving.
This will help prevent the crema from becoming too acidic and losing its fresh flavor. You can also prepare and store all the ingredients separately, then mix them when ready to serve. Having Avocado Lime Crema on hand can be a time-saver and a great way to add flavor to any meal.
How to Freeze
While Avocado Lime Crema can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days, freezing it is not recommended. Freezing can affect the texture and flavor of the crema, making it grainy and watery when thawed. The high water content of the avocado and sour cream can cause separation and make the mixture difficult to re-emulsify.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Avocado Lime Crema
Amount per Serving
Calories
56
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
7
mg
2
%
Sodium
63
mg
3
%
Potassium
116
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
115
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
15
mg
2
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
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