Creamy Cilantro Lime Crema Recipe – Easy Sauce for Toppings
A quick and easy creamy cilantro lime sauce perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, grilled veggies, or as a dip for tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 small jalapeño, deseeded and chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cilantro. Remove the stems and roughly chop the leaves. Mince the garlic and deseed the jalapeño if using.
- Combine the cilantro, lime juice, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, jalapeño, salt, and olive oil in a blender or food processor.
- Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure everything is incorporated.
- Taste the crema and adjust the seasoning. Add more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño if needed.
- Transfer the crema to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled as a topping or dip. Enjoy!
Notes
[‘Use fresh cilantro and lime juice for the best flavor.’, ‘If you prefer a milder sauce, skip the jalapeño or use a milder chili.’, ‘Let the crema chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.’, ‘You can adjust the thickness by adding water or milk, one tablespoon at a time.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 1
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