Creamy Avocado Crema: The Ultimate Dip for Every Occasion Recipe
This creamy avocado crema is a versatile, flavorful dip that combines ripe avocado, zesty jalapeño, fresh cilantro, tangy sour cream, and bright lime juice. Perfect for pairing with chips, tacos, grilled meats, or as a topping for your favorite dishes, this quick and easy recipe delivers a luscious texture and vibrant taste in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Avocado Crema Ingredients
- 1 whole avocado
- 1/2 whole jalapeño
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare the avocado: Cut the avocado in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into the bowl of your food processor.
- Add ingredients to the processor: Add the jalapeño, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and kosher salt to the food processor bowl containing the avocado.
- Blend the mixture: Blend all the ingredients together until fully emulsified and smooth, which should take about 15-20 seconds.
- Serve: Scoop the creamy avocado mixture into a serving dish to enjoy as a dip, spread, or topping.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control the heat level according to your preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute sour cream with a vegan alternative such as cashew cream or coconut yogurt.
- This crema is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To prevent browning, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the crema before refrigerating.
- This dip pairs well with tortilla chips, grilled meats, tacos, and roasted vegetables.
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