Creamy Avocado Crema Sauce
A quick and easy creamy avocado crema sauce with fresh Mexican flavors, perfect for tacos, grilled veggies, and more. Smooth, tangy, and versatile, this sauce is a family favorite and crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (8 servings, 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe Hass avocados
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) crema mexicana or sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons or 30 ml)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin sauce as needed)
- Optional: pinch of ground cumin or dash of chipotle powder
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender bowl.
- Add the crema mexicana or sour cream and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped cilantro.
- Season with kosher salt.
- Blend until the mixture is silky smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- If the sauce is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or cilantro if desired.
- Optional: Chill the sauce in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture. Fresh lime juice is essential to keep the sauce vibrant and prevent browning. Add water gradually to control consistency. For dairy-free, substitute crema with unsweetened coconut yogurt or cashew cream. Avoid over-blending to prevent bitterness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 ml
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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