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Avocado Cilantro Crema Recipe

Avocado Cilantro Crema Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy and flavorful, this Avocado Cilantro Crema is a versatile sauce perfect for dipping, drizzling, or spreading on your favorite dishes.


Ingredients

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For Avocado Cilantro Crema:

  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream
  • 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled (153g)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients: In a small food processor, add the garlic and salt, and process until finely chopped.
  2. Blend the Crema: Add the sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and a few grinds of pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the crema and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.
  4. Storage: Store the crema in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg