Avocado Crema is easily the most delicious Mexican sauce you'll ever make. It's perfect as a creamy (and healthy) dip or brightens up savory tacos with a small dollop on top.
This sauce only takes a few minutes to make, but it's sure to be a hit at your next family get-together.
This sauce makes a great topping for our keto taco salad.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- What is Avocado Crema? In Mexican cuisine, crema is a creamy sauce, typically made with heavy cream, sour cream, and lime juice. It's delicious on fish tacos or drizzled over a crunchy cabbage slaw. This recipe adds silky smooth avocado to the mix, making a thicker, heartier crema that is super satisfying and flavorful.
- Fresh, Healthy Ingredients: This is one dip that you can feel good about indulging in. Healthy fats from the avocado mix with fresh lime and lemon juice and the perfect amount of sour cream and cilantro, free from artificial ingredients.
- Keto, Paleo-friendly, and Gluten-Free: It's a safe taco topping for almost any diet. You can easily make this recipe vegan and dairy-free too with a simple swap.
- Easy to Make: This recipe doesn't need to be cooked, and it comes together in seconds with the help of a food processor.
- Great Way To Brighten Up Recipes: The avocado's creaminess and the citrus's freshness complement nearly all Mexican-inspired dishes and offer the perfect amount of zest. You might also like this 4 ingredient guacamole. Both are delicious on Paleo Fish Tacos.
Key ingredients
Avocados: You'll need three large, ripe avocados for this recipe. Avocado is the star of this recipe!
Cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds an earthy, authentic flavor.
Sour Cream: Just a few tablespoons make this recipe perfectly creamy.
Salt: To season the crema perfectly.
Lime and lemon: Juice one of each. You should end up with about two tablespoons of lemon juice and two tablespoons of lime juice.
If you have any questions about the ingredients in this recipe, please leave a comment below and we will get back to you.
For another simple recipe using avocadoes, try our keto avocado smoothie.
Substitutions
If you prefer a vegan option, swap out the sour cream for dairy-free greek yogurt.
Want more spice, add in a ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
For another great recipe with fresh ingredients, try our crisp cucumber salsa.
How to make avocado crema
Remove the skin and pit from the avocados, and place in the bowl of a food processor with salt, cilantro, sour cream, lime juice, and lemon juice.
Process until smooth.
For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the printable recipe card below.
Best tips
Make sure to use ripe avocados otherwise the texture won't be as creamy as it's intended to be.
You can use a high-powered blender instead of a food processor if needed. Add a small amount of water or milk to thin out the consistency if you'd like.
Storage instructions
You can store this sauce in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The citrus in the recipe should help to keep the color of the avocado bright, but don't be concerned if it turns brown over time.
Placing a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the crema will keep air from getting to it, and help to keep it fresh and green too.
You might be wondering, can I make avocado crema ahead of time? Yes, I recommend that you do! The flavor intensifies as it sits in the fridge, so it gets tastier and tastier each day!
Serving suggestions
This avocado crema is perfect on steaks, salads, and tacos and can also be used as a zesty dip.
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📖 Recipe
Avocado Crema
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe avocados
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Juice from 1 small lime about 2 tablespoons
- Juice from 1 small lemon about 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Remove the avocado skin and pit.
- Place all the ingredients into a food processor and process until smooth.
- Serve with your favorite meals. This avocado crème is perfect on steaks, salads, and tacos and can also be used as a zesty dip.
Notes
- You can use a food processor instead of a high-powered blender if needed. Add a small amount of water or milk to thin the consistency if you like.
- Make sure to use ripe avocados otherwise the texture won't be as creamy as it's intended to be.
- If you prefer a vegan option, swap out the sour cream for dairy-free greek yogurt.
- Storage Tips: You can store this sauce in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The citrus in the recipe should help keep the avocado's color bright, but don't be concerned if it turns brown over time.
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