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    Home » Recipes » Dressings and Sauces

    Avocado Lime Crema

    Published: May 4, 2023 · Modified: Jul 17, 2024 by Vinny · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    A creamy and delicious topping with a citrusy finish. Avocado Lime Crema is the perfect addition to tacos, burgers, and breakfast, while also being a delicious dip for your chips.

    Try it on Cast Iron Shrimp and Creamy Cilantro Lime Orzo or Crispy Fish Sliders!

    avocado lime crema in a glass bowl with limes and cilantro on side and chips in the crema.

    Here's what you should put this crema on! Volcano Shrimp Tacos, or Dutch Oven Barbacoa Tacos.

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    • Versatile Sauces
    • Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
    • How to make Avocado Lime Crema
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    • More Taco Recipes!
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    Versatile Sauces

    With this cilantro lime avocado crema, I was looking for versatility. That's exactly what I found. It is the perfect partner for tacos, burgers, sandwiches, nachos, quesadillas, and dipping chips. The consistency can be adjusted to whatever works best for the recipe that you are adding it to.

    This crema was originally developed for my Cast Iron Shrimp and Creamy Cilantro Lime Orzo recipe. It pairs perfectly with anything that has a little spice to it.

    avocado crema drizzled on shrimp over creamy orzo

    Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

    Ingredients listed for the recipe.

    Greek Yogurt. The only logical substitution for this recipe is Greek yogurt. Everything else should be left as is. But Greek yogurt can be substituted with sour cream. Mayonnaise can also work but is not sour enough for my liking. You could also make a cashew crema instead of using a dairy product.

    *See the recipe card below for more information on ingredients.

    How to make Avocado Lime Crema

    Minced garlic and cilantro on a cutting board.

    Step 1: Mince the Cilantro and garlic before putting them in the food processor. The sauce will be a lot smoother if you do this.

    yogurt and avocado in the food processor.

    Step 2: Combine the avocado and Greek yogurt in the food processor and process until completely combined.

    cilantro, garlic, and lime juice added to the food processor.

    Step 3: Combine the lime, garlic, and cilantro into the crema.

    seasonings combined with the rest of the ingredients in the food processor.

    Step 4: Add the seasonings to the crema and begin to adjust the crema to a consistency of your liking by adding up to a ¼ cup of water.

    Thinner cremas can be used to top tacos like Shrimp Tacos with Mango Lime Salsa or Chimichurri Steak Tacos while thicker versions can be great for burgers and sandwiches like in the Mediterranean Chicken Wrap.

    crema processed in the food processor.

    Step 5: Once combined, transfer the avocado lime crema to a bowl or squirt bottle for tacos!

    Pro-Tips

    1. The amount of water you will need depends on how juicy the lime is and what you're serving the crema with. If I'm going to drizzle the crema over some tacos I'll want it thinner than if I'm spreading it on toast or putting it on a burger
    2. I always mince ingredients like garlic and cilantro before putting them in the food processor. You'll get a more consistent cut this way and won't have chunks of garlic or cilantro leaves weaved through the crema. 
    avocado lime crema in a glass bowl with limes and cilantro on side and chips in the crema.

    Recipe FAQs

    What's the difference between avocado crema and guacamole?

    It's the consistency. Crema is smooth and guacamole should be chunky!

    What's the difference between crema and aioli?

    Aioli is made from emulsified oil, similar to mayonnaise. There really shouldn't be mayonnaise in the crema unless you're absolutely out of sour cream or Greek yogurt!

    How do you store a crema?

    Avocado crema can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. After that the avocado will begin to turn very brown and the flavor will become intensely garlic-flavored. Store in an airtight container.

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    avocado lime crema in a glass bowl with limes and cilantro on side and chips in the crema.

    Avocado Lime Crema

    Vincent DelGiudice
    A bright and tangy avocado lime crema perfect for tacos, quesadillas, sandwiches, and even dipping chips!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 116 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 nutribullet or food processor

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 avocados
    • ⅓ cup greek yogurt
    • 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1 lime juiced
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ cup water, or more depending on desired consistency

    Instructions
     

    • Mince the Cilantro and garlic before putting them in the food processor. The sauce will be a lot smoother if you do this.
    • Combine yogurt and avocado in the food processor and process until smooth.
    • Add the lime, cilantro, garlic, and seasonings. Blend until completely combined.
    • Add up to a ¼ cup of water as necessary to thin the crema. Thinner cremas can be used to top tacos while thicker versions can be great for burgers and sandwiches.

    Notes

    1. The amount of water you will need depends on how juicy the lime is and what you're serving the crema with. If I'm going to drizzle the crema over some tacos I'll want it thinner than if I'm spreading it on toast or putting it on a burger
    2. I always mince ingredients like garlic and cilantro before putting them in the food processor. You'll get a more consistent cut this way and won't have chunks of garlic or cilantro leaves weaved through the crema. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 402mgPotassium: 353mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 276IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.5mg
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    1. Vinny

      June 21, 2024 at 12:16 am

      5 stars
      A great topping for tacos or dip for chips! We know you'll enjoy it!

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