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Creamiest Avocado Crema for Tacos and Salads

Creamiest Avocado Crema: Elevate Your Tacos and Salads Today

Discover the Creamiest Avocado Crema to elevate your tacos and salads with a creamy, luscious topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup sour cream substitute with Greek yogurt for tangier or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
  • 1 large ripe avocado ensure the avocado is ripe for best texture
  • 1 clove garlic freshly chopped for pronounced taste
  • 1 medium lime zested and juiced; lemon can be substituted
  • to taste kosher salt adjust based on personal preference
  • optional splash milk for thinning out the crema
Optional Garnish
  • to taste fresh cilantro use it to brighten flavors

Equipment

  • Blender
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine sour cream, avocado, garlic, lime zest and juice, and kosher salt. Blend on medium speed for about 30 seconds until it's ultra-smooth and creamy.
  2. For a hands-on approach, move blended ingredients into a bowl and whisk vigorously until there are no lumps.
  3. Transfer the mixture into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  4. Just before serving, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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